enfant terrible

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Definitions of enfant terrible words

countable noun enfant terrible If you describe someone as an enfant terrible, you mean that they are clever but unconventional, and often cause problems or embarrassment for their friends or families. 0
noun enfant terrible a person given to unconventional conduct or indiscreet remarks 0
noun enfant terrible an unmanageable, mischievous child 0
noun enfant terrible anyone constantly vexing, startling, or embarrassing others, as, in the arts, by outraging conventional opinion or expectations 0

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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