Strangeness Meaning in English
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Definition
A feeling or quality of being unusual or hard to understand; the state of being strange. It can describe people, places, things, or experiences that are unfamiliar or odd.
Usage & Nuances
"Strangeness" is formal and often used when talking about a general feeling or abstract concept, not for simply saying someone is 'weird' (use 'weirdness' for informal). Commonly used in literature, science (like 'the strangeness of the universe'), or emotion ('his strangeness was unsettling').
Example Sentences
The strangeness of the new city made me nervous.
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She noticed the strangeness in his behavior.
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The film’s strangeness attracted many viewers.
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There’s a certain strangeness you feel when you visit somewhere completely new.
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The book explores the strangeness of human emotions.
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What I love most about travel is the unexpected strangeness you encounter every day.
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