Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
farouche
adjective
/fəˈruːʃ/
Definition
Shy or savage; wild and untamed in behavior.
Examples
- Despite her farouche demeanor, she was quite tender with animals.
- The farouche cat hid under the couch, too scared to come out.
- His farouche attitude at the party made others hesitant to approach him.
Meaning
The term ‘farouche’ describes someone who can seem fierce, unsociable, or fierce, often appearing withdrawn or unapproachable. It can also denote a person who has a wild or untamed personality.
Synonyms
- shy
- reserved
- wild
- untamed
- unsociable
