Pariah: meaning, definitions and examples

social outcast

A pariah is someone who is rejected or despised by society, often due to their actions, beliefs, or background. Pariahs are typically isolated and shunned by others, facing discrimination and prejudice.

exile, outcast, persona non grata, reject

Examples of usage

• Despite his efforts to integrate into the community, he remained a pariah.

• She felt like a pariah after the scandal broke.

• The group of pariahs formed their own tight-knit community.

• Being labeled a pariah can have serious psychological effects.

• The pariah sought solace in solitude.