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Weird out Meaning in English

expression

ˈwɪɹd/ /ˈaʊt
WEERD-owt
wˈiəd/ /ˈaʊt
WEERD-owt

Definition

To make someone feel uncomfortable, confused, or disturbed because something is strange or unusual.

Usage & Nuances

Very informal, common in spoken English. Usually used as 'weird (someone) out' or 'get weirded out'. Often followed by 'by' (e.g., 'That movie really weirded me out'). Not used in formal writing.

Example Sentences

Clowns really weird out some people.

basic

That movie weirded me out.

basic

Does this sound weird out to you?

basic

I don't want to weird out your friends, so I'll be on my best behavior.

natural

Her story totally weirded me out—I couldn't stop thinking about it.

natural

Sometimes my dreams weird me out so much that I wake up scared.

natural