Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
freak-of-nature
noun
/friːk əv ˈneɪtʃər/
Definition
A person or thing that is extraordinarily unusual or rare, often with exceptional talents or abilities.
Examples
- She’s a freak-of-nature when it comes to her running speed; she can outpace everyone.
- This rare plant is considered a freak-of-nature; it blooms only once every ten years.
- The artist’s work defies traditional norms, making him a freak-of-nature in the art world.
Meaning
The term refers to an individual or phenomenon that deviates significantly from the normal or expected standards in a way that is remarkable or extraordinary.
Synonyms
- anomaly
- rarity
- exception
- oddity
- outsider
