Out of place

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adjective

Not in the right place, or making a place or situation feel uncomfortable.

I felt out of place among her wealthy and sophisticated friends.
Visual representation of "out of place" - Not in the right place, or making a place or situation feel uncomfortable.

Often appears as...

  • feel out of place
  • look out of place

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Disapproving

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Social Discomfort

Use when describing feelings of not fitting in due to differences in social background or status.

Illustration for Social Discomfort
At the gala, his casual attire made him feel out of place.
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Environmental Contrast

Use when someone or something contrasts strongly with the surrounding environment.

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The modern sculpture looked out of place in the medieval village.
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