phénomène — meaning in English
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English meaning
- freak noun A person, animal, or thing that is highly unusual or abnormal.
- phenomenon noun An observable event, fact, or occurrence, especially one that is studied or explained scientifically.
- prodigy noun A person, especially a child, with exceptional talent or ability.
Senses
phénomène is used for these senses in English:
- freak (slang, chiefly, derogatory) A person who is extremely abnormal in appearance, social behavior, sexual orientation, gender identity, or business practices; an oddball, a unique person, originally in a displeasing or alienating way.
- prodigy An extremely talented person, especially a child. [from 17th c.]
freak — full definition
- noun A person, animal, or thing that is highly unusual or abnormal.
- noun A person with an intense enthusiasm for something (informal).
- verb To react with sudden panic, shock, or excitement (often "freak out").
- adj Highly unusual or unexpected.
phenomenon — full definition
- noun An observable event, fact, or occurrence, especially one that is studied or explained scientifically.
- noun A person or thing that is remarkable or extraordinary.