Synonyms for

Strangest

Verb / ˈstreɪndʒɪst / Another word for strangest — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Something that is unusual or surprising.

Synonyms & similar words

unknown familiar native foreign strange unusual odd weird peculiar bizarre unusual curious different unique abnormal freakish outlandish singular unexpected uncommon unfamiliar unknown unorthodox offbeat quirky eccentric

Synonyms by register

Formal

most peculiar most unusual most bizarre most singular

Informal

weirdest craziest oddest most out there

Literary

most uncanny most exotic most alien

Antonyms

commonest usual familiar ordinary normal typical regular

Common collocations

  • strangest things
  • strangest place
  • strangest dream
  • strangest encounter
  • strangest feeling
  • strangest moment
  • strangest sight

Word family

adjective strange
adverb strangely

Usage note

The word 'strangest' is the superlative form of 'strange'. It is used to describe something that is the most unusual or unfamiliar in a given context.

Example sentences

  1. The strangest thing happened to me yesterday.
  2. This is the strangest book I've ever read.
  3. The strangest animal I've ever seen was a platypus.
  4. My brother does the strangest dance moves.
  5. That is the strangest looking plant I've ever seen.

Quotes

  • The strangest creatures are often the most wondrous. - Meagan Spooner
  • The strangest things can happen in life… things you can never forget. - Mariah Carey
  • The strangest things become our greatest treasures. - Paulo Coelho

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