Outre: meaning, definitions and examples

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outre

 

[ หˆuหtreษช ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

style, behavior

Outre refers to something that is unconventional or bizarre, often to the point of being shocking or extreme. This term is frequently used to describe art, fashion, or behavior that pushes the boundaries of societal norms. It can evoke feelings of surprise or discomfort due to its unusual nature. The concept of outre highlights the diversity in creative expression and challenges the traditional standards of propriety.

Synonyms

bizarre, eccentric, quirky, strange, unconventional

Examples of usage

  • Her outfit was so outre that it turned heads everywhere she went.
  • The film's outre style was both fascinating and unsettling.
  • He has an outre sense of humor that not everyone appreciates.

Translations

Translations of the word "outre" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น alรฉm

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคพเคนเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช auรŸer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ di luar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะทะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ poza

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅค–

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท au-delร 

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fuera

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dฤฑลŸฤฑnda

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎุงุฑุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mimo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mimo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไน‹ๅค–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ onkraj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fyrir utan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‹ั€ั‚ั‹ะฝะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™narda

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fuera

Etymology

The term 'outre' is borrowed from the French word 'outrรฉ', which means 'excessive' or 'beyond'. Its usage in English can be traced back to the late 19th century, when it began to be used predominantly in discussions about art and fashion. The original French term comes from the Latin word 'ultra', meaning 'beyond' or 'on the other side', which gives the word its connotation of excess. As the world of art and culture evolved, 'outre' became associated with movements that sought to challenge and redefine boundaries, leading to its adoption in English language discourse. Over time, it became a popular descriptor for anything that was considered far outside the conventions of the time, encapsulating the spirit of avant-garde expressions.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,498 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.