Simple meaning
What does Strange mean?
Strange means unusual or unexpected.
Dictionary definition
Unusual or unexpected in a way that feels different from what you know.
Example sentences
Strange in a sentence
easy
That was a strange sound from the attic.
medium
The pattern looked strange until we found the rule.
hard
At first the custom seemed strange, then it made sense.
Synonyms
Words like Strange
unusualUse when something is not common.
oddUse for something that seems a little different.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Strange word family
Base word
strange
adverb
strangely
In an unusual way.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
Which meaning matches strange?
Strange things feel different from what is normal.
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