What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
freakish
Example
The freakish weather caused widespread damage to the area. [freakish: adjective]
Example
He had a freakish talent for memorizing numbers. [freakish: adjective]
Example
The freakish behavior of the cat scared the children. [freakish: adjective]
strange
Example
The strange object in the sky turned out to be a weather balloon. [strange: adjective]
Example
She had a strange feeling that she was being watched. [strange: adjective]
Example
It was strange to see him wearing a suit instead of his usual casual clothes. [strange: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Strange is a more common word than freakish in everyday language and is more likely to be used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between freakish and strange?
Both freakish and strange are relatively informal words, but freakish may be perceived as more informal and colloquial than strange.
