alien (A2)

noun, adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪliən/

Definition

A being from another world, especially one from outer space.

Examples

• The movie depicted a terrifying alien invasion.

• Scientists are still searching for signs of alien life on other planets.

• She felt like an alien in the new city, not knowing anyone or anything.

How to Use alien

alien to (prepositional phrase)

Unfamiliar or strange to someone or something. — "This type of music is completely alien to me."

Synonyms of alien

Words with a similar meaning to alien:

• foreigner
• stranger
• outsider
• extraterrestrial

Antonyms of alien

Words with the opposite meaning to alien:

• native
• citizen

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