Definitions and Examples of alien, foreigner
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A person who is not a citizen of the country they are in.
Example
He was an alien who had just moved to the United States and was still learning the language.
Example
The concept of extraterrestrial life has always been associated with alien beings from other planets.
A person who comes from a different country or nation.
Example
As a foreigner, she found it difficult to adjust to the new culture and customs of the country.
Example
The company hired several foreigners to work on their international projects.
Key Differences: alien vs foreigner
- 1Alien can refer to both a person who is not a citizen of a country and something that is unfamiliar or strange.
- 2Foreigner specifically refers to a person who comes from a different country or nation.
Effective Usage of alien, foreigner
- 1Legal Context: Use alien to refer to someone who is not a citizen of a country in legal documents and discussions.
- 2Cultural Exchange: Use foreigner to describe someone who comes from a different country in the context of cultural exchange programs.
- 3Travel: Use both words when talking about travel and immigration.
Remember this!
The antonyms of citizen are alien and foreigner. While alien can also refer to something unfamiliar, foreigner specifically describes someone who comes from a different country. These words can be used in legal contexts, cultural exchange programs, and discussions about travel and immigration.