noun
misfit
MIHS-fiht
Misfit (noun) means a person who doesn't fit in with the people or group around them. Example: “At his new school he felt like a total misfit for the first few weeks.”
noun
1
A person who doesn't fit in with the people or group around them.
"At his new school he felt like a total misfit for the first few weeks."
2
Something, especially clothing, that fits badly.
"The jacket was clearly a misfit, hanging loose at the shoulders."
How to use misfit
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone (or something) that doesn't fit in.
Common pairings
a social misfit
feel like a misfit
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Word forms
- Plural
- misfits
- Third person singular
- misfits
- Past tense
- misfitted
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Etymology
From mis- + fit.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “misfit” mean?
The word “misfit” means a person who doesn't fit in with the people or group around them. In plain terms, someone (or something) that doesn't fit in.
How do you pronounce “misfit”?
“Misfit” is pronounced MIHS-fiht (/ˈmɪs.fɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “misfit” in a sentence?
Here is “misfit” used in a sentence: “At his new school he felt like a total misfit for the first few weeks.”
What is another word for “misfit”?
Words with a similar meaning to “misfit” include maverick.
What part of speech is “misfit”?
“Misfit” is a noun.
How many meanings does “misfit” have?
“Misfit” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who doesn't fit in with the people or group around them.
