Outlandish

/aʊtˈlændɪʃ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Looking or sounding bizarre or unfamiliar.
Her outlandish outfit turned heads at the gala.
Extremely odd or unconventional.
The scientist proposed an outlandish theory that challenged established norms.
Far removed from local or familiar customs, beliefs, or practices.
The festival featured outlandish traditions from distant cultures.

Etymology

Derived from the combination of 'outland' meaning foreign or strange and the suffix '-ish' indicating characteristic.

Common Phrases and Expressions

outlandish claims
Assertions that are absurd or outrageous.
outlandish behavior
Conduct that is extremely unusual or inappropriate.
outlandish ideas
Concepts that are highly unconventional and often implausible.

Related Words

eccentric
Unconventional and slightly strange.
bizarre
Very strange or unusual.
ridiculous
Deserving or inviting ridicule.

Slang Meanings

Outrageously funny or entertaining.
That movie was totally outlandish, I couldn't stop laughing!
Over-the-top or excessively dramatic.
Her outlandish story about meeting a celebrity was hard to believe.