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

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."

Something, especially clothing, that fits badly.

"The jacket was clearly a misfit, hanging loose at the shoulders."

How to use misfit

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone (or something) that doesn't fit in.

Common pairings

a social misfit feel like a misfit

Word forms

misfitted past tense, misfits plural, misfits singular

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Etymology

From mis- + fit.

Synonyms

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maverick

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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.

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