Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
like a fish out of water
idiom
/laɪk ə fɪʃ aʊt əv ˈwɔːtər/
Definition
A phrase used to describe someone who feels uncomfortable or out of place in a particular situation.
Examples
- When I joined the new school, I felt like a fish out of water.
- He was like a fish out of water at the formal party since he’s usually very casual.
Meaning
When someone is ‘like a fish out of water’, they are in an environment that is unaccustomed to them, making them feel awkward or nervous.
Synonyms
- out of place
- ill at ease
- awkward
