outcast — a person who has been rejected or ostracized by their society or social group
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who has been rejected or ostracized by their society or social group
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈaʊtkæst/
Example Sentences
- The vampire was an outcast who couldn't even get invited to blood donation events.
- She felt like an outcast when everyone else had the latest smartphone and she still used a flip phone.
- The outcast robot was rejected by other robots for being too emotional.
outcast
NOUN[/ˈaʊtkæst/]
a person who has been rejected or ostracized by their society or social group
The outcast eats lunch alone while everyone else laughs at the crowded tables.
Under skies overcast, hope comes through broadcast
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word originated from the English language combining 'out' and 'cast', initially referencing individuals expelled from the Hindu caste system in ancient India. The term evolved from its specific historical context to denote anyone socially rejected or excluded from society.
Breakdown
out- (away, outside) + cast (throw, expel). The compound literally means 'thrown out' or 'cast away', forming a noun describing a person rejected by society.
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📝Examples
“The vampire was an outcast who couldn't even get invited to blood donation events.”
“She felt like an outcast when everyone else had the latest smartphone and she still used a flip phone.”
“The outcast robot was rejected by other robots for being too emotional.”
“Many great artists were considered outcasts during their lifetime.”
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