Pronunciation: /ˈmɪsˌfɪt/
noun a person whose behavior or attitude sets them apart from others in an uncomfortably noticeable way
A1 She felt like a misfit at the party because she didn't know anyone.
A2 The new student was seen as a misfit by his classmates because he was different.
B1 The misfit in the group always stood out because of their unique style.
B2 Despite feeling like a misfit in the corporate world, she excelled in her own way.
C1 The misfit artist's work challenged societal norms and sparked important conversations.
C2 The misfit genius was ahead of their time, often misunderstood by their peers.
verb none
A1 She misfits into the group because she is new.
A2 He misfits with the team due to his lack of experience.
B1 The new employee misfits in the company culture.
B2 The artist misfits in the mainstream art world.
C1 The politician misfits with the traditional party beliefs.
C2 The scientist misfits in the academic community due to his controversial theories.
adjective not fitting or suited to a particular purpose or situation
A1 She felt like a misfit at the new school.
A2 The misfit toy didn't quite fit in with the others.
B1 He was seen as a misfit in the corporate world due to his unconventional ideas.
B2 The artist was considered a misfit in society, but his work was highly acclaimed.
C1 Despite being labeled a misfit by his peers, he excelled in his field.
C2 The misfit nature of the experimental film challenged traditional cinematic norms.
adverb none
A1 The misfit cat wandered aimlessly around the neighborhood.
A2 She always felt like a misfit in social situations, never quite fitting in with the group.
B1 Despite feeling like a misfit at the new school, she eventually found a group of friends who accepted her.
B2 The misfit employee struggled to adapt to the company's strict policies and procedures.
C1 His misfit behavior in the workplace caused tension among his colleagues and led to disciplinary action.
C2 The misfit artist's unique style and perspective challenged traditional notions of art and creativity.
pronoun none
A1 The misfit didn't fit in with the rest of the group.
A2 The misfit felt out of place at the party.
B1 The misfit struggled to find their place in the new school.
B2 The misfit found solace in their love for art, despite not fitting in with their peers.
C1 The misfit's unique perspective brought a fresh outlook to the team.
C2 The misfit's unconventional ideas challenged the status quo and led to innovation within the company.
preposition none
A1 I feel like a misfit in this new school.
A2 She always felt like a misfit at family gatherings.
B1 The new employee was seen as a misfit by his colleagues.
B2 Despite her efforts to fit in, she still felt like a misfit in the group.
C1 The artist considered himself a misfit in the mainstream art world.
C2 The rebellious musician was proud to be a misfit in the music industry.
conjunction none
A1 I felt like a misfit at the party because I didn't know anyone.
A2 She always felt like a misfit in her family because she was so different from everyone else.
B1 Being a misfit in school can be tough, but it's important to stay true to yourself.
B2 The misfit group of friends formed a strong bond over their shared experiences.
C1 Despite being labeled a misfit by society, he excelled in his chosen field.
C2 The misfit artist challenged traditional norms and created groundbreaking work.
interjection none
A1 Misfit! Stop running in the hallway.
A2 Misfit! You need to wear your uniform properly.
B1 Misfit! Please pay attention during the meeting.
B2 Misfit! Can you please stop interrupting others?
C1 Misfit! Your behavior is unacceptable in this professional setting.
C2 Misfit! I will not tolerate any more disruptions from you.
article none
A1 The misfit toy didn't fit in with the others.
A2 She felt like a misfit at the new school.
B1 The misfit employee was always causing trouble.
B2 Despite his misfit appearance, he was actually a talented musician.
C1 The misfit group of friends enjoyed their unique bond.
C2 The misfit artist's work challenged societal norms.
formal The new employee felt like a misfit in the corporate environment.
informal I always feel like a misfit at family gatherings.
slang She's a total misfit in our friend group.
figurative The unique artist was considered a misfit in the traditional art world.
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