Bizarre — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /bə-ˈzär/ bi·zarre

Meaning & Definition of Bizarre

Bizarre (adjective)

  1. strikingly out of the ordinary
  2. odd, extravagant, or eccentric in style or mode
  3. involving sensational contrasts or incongruities

Bizarre (noun)

  1. a flower with atypical striped marking

Bizarre (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. conceived or made without regard for reason or reality

    "a bizarre invention that no one could figure out how to use"

  2. different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion

    "he gave a bizarre excuse for getting home so late"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bizarre

The most common words with a similar meaning to Bizarre:

Slang: off the wall
Chiefly British: rum

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Bizarre

Words with the opposite meaning of Bizarre:

Near Antonyms of Bizarre

Word Forms of Bizarre

Derived words: bizarrely (adverb), bizarreness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Bizarre

French, from Italian bizzarro

First known use: circa 1648

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Bizarre

Frequently Asked Questions about Bizarre

What does "Bizarre" mean?

"Bizarre" means strikingly out of the ordinary. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: strikingly out of the ordinary. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Bizarre"?

Other words for "Bizarre" include absurd, crazy, fanciful, fantastic, foolish, insane, nonsensical and preposterous. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bizarre" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Bizarre"?

There are 100 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Bizarre". Common alternatives include absurd, crazy, fanciful, fantastic, foolish, insane, nonsensical, preposterous, unreal and wild.

What is the opposite of "Bizarre"?

Antonyms of "Bizarre" include realistic and reasonable. Near antonyms include average, commonplace, everyday and garden.

How do you use "Bizarre" in a sentence?

Examples of "Bizarre" in a sentence: "a bizarre invention that no one could figure out how to use"; "he gave a bizarre excuse for getting home so late".

Is "Bizarre" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Bizarre" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Bizarre" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C2-level word, "Bizarre" is typical of Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE), IELTS band 8.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 114–120, PTE Academic 85–90. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Bizarre"?

"Bizarre" is pronounced /bə-ˈzär/ and divided into syllables as bi·zarre.