Definitions
- Describing something that is unusual or unexpected in appearance, behavior, or nature. - Referring to a person or thing that is odd or peculiar in a way that is surprising or unsettling. - Talking about an event or situation that is abnormal or out of the ordinary.
- Describing something that is unfamiliar or unknown. - Referring to a person or thing that is unusual or unexpected in appearance, behavior, or nature. - Talking about an event or situation that is not normal or typical.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is unusual or unexpected.
- 2Both can refer to a person, thing, event, or situation.
- 3Both can have a negative connotation.
- 4Both can be used to express surprise or confusion.
- 5Both are adjectives that modify a noun.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Freakish implies a higher degree of unusualness or peculiarity than strange.
- 2Association: Freakish is often associated with something that is abnormal or unnatural, while strange can refer to something that is simply unfamiliar or different.
- 3Connotation: Freakish can have a negative connotation, suggesting something that is unsettling or disturbing, while strange can have a neutral or even positive connotation, suggesting something that is interesting or intriguing.
- 4Frequency: Strange is a more common word than freakish in everyday language.
- 5Usage: Freakish is more likely to be used in specific contexts, such as describing unusual weather patterns or bizarre behavior, while strange is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
Remember this!
Freakish and strange are both adjectives that describe something that is unusual or unexpected. However, freakish implies a higher degree of peculiarity and abnormality than strange, which can refer to something that is simply unfamiliar or different. While freakish can have a negative connotation, strange can be neutral or even positive. Strange is more commonly used in everyday language and is more versatile than freakish.
