Bete Noire

C2 16+

Synonyms of bete noire

Antonyms of bete noire

Collocations of bete noire

arch nemesis
Frequency: 80 %

The superhero's arch nemesis always seemed to outsmart him.

worst nightmare
Frequency: 75 %

Losing her job was her worst nightmare come true.

mortal enemy
Frequency: 70 %

He considered his former friend to be his mortal enemy.

pet peeve
Frequency: 65 %

Her constant tardiness was his biggest pet peeve.

dark horse
Frequency: 60 %

The underdog team turned out to be the dark horse of the tournament.

Idiomatic Expressions for bete noire

  • Phrase: bête noire
    Meaning: something or someone that is particularly disliked or feared
    Usage: The strict teacher became the bête noire of the students.