
freak
/friːk/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5448 in the learning path
异常的;罕见的
Definitions
adj. Very unusual and unexpected
异常的;罕见的
n. Someone extremely interested in a particular activity or subject
狂热爱好者
v. To become very frightened or upset, or make someone so
惊慌;吓坏
Example
A freak hailstorm covered our garden in white ice.
一场罕见的冰雹把我们的花园盖上了一层白冰。
A freak weather event can expose weaknesses in urban infrastructure and disrupt essential public services.
异常天气事件可能暴露城市基础设施的薄弱环节,并扰乱基本公共服务。
Collocations
- a freak accident
- a freak storm
- a fitness freak
- freak out
Word family
- freaky (adj.)
Synonyms
- unusual
- abnormal
Usage tip
形容词通常置于名词前;动词常用freak out。
Note
用作名词贬称外貌或行为异常的人时带侮辱性。
FAQ
- What does freak mean?
- Very unusual and unexpected Someone extremely interested in a particular activity or subject To become very frightened or upset, or make someone so
- How is freak pronounced?
- UK /friːk/, US /friːk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.