freaks

noun

Definition of freaksnext
plural of freak
1
as in anomalies
a person, thing, or event that is far from normal that snowstorm in April was a freak, since our weather is usually much balmier by then

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2
as in lovers
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something I'm a hockey freak

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3
as in whims
a sudden impulsive and apparently unmotivated idea or action suddenly had the bizarre freak to take a road trip across the country

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4
as in addicts
slang a person who regularly uses drugs especially illegally he knew that he'd never get his life in order if he continued to hang out with the crystal meth freaks

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for freaks
  1. anomalies
  2. lovers
  3. whims
  4. addicts
  5. notions
  6. users
  7. enthusiasts
Noun
  • One model is programmed to seek out arbitrage opportunities based on pricing anomalies discerned by analyzing market data.
    Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
  • The first president to be born in a hospital was a man of many anomalies.
    Noah Eckstein, Variety, 29 Dec. 2024
Definition of anomalies
Noun
  • For lovers of thoughtful accessories, two of Amberjack's most recent designs encapsulate their commitment to defining what dress-casual footwear can be.
    Darryn King, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • This is a moment when food lovers can expect the kind of artistic innovation that could reverberate for years to come.
    Laurie Ochoa, Los Angeles Times, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of lovers
Noun
  • Not knowing which country the event's most important matches will be played underlines cricket being handcuffed to the whims of money-spinner India, whose power might be heightened by the ascension of former boss Jay Shah running the sport's affairs globally.
    Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Ours is the world of strongmen, where decisions increasingly turn on the whims of a vanishing few.
    Chang Che, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of whims
Noun
  • Twisted ‘justice’ | Commentary Prison for poor addicts.
    Silas Morgan, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Ask the people in recovery who get sober and find their life’s mission in serving fellow addicts.
    Longreads, Longreads, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of addicts
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  • The most successful, or at least fascinating, of these movies tends to mess in one way or another with his seemingly carefree relationship to notions of authenticity or identity.
    Alissa Wilkinson, New York Times, 29 Dec. 2024
  • The overall goal is to rid drinkers of any preconceived notions or pressure to experience wine in a certain way.
    Andrew Watman, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Definition of notions
Noun
  • Whether that means more realistic phishing expeditions or malware that has been AI-enhanced to evade detection, the results are not good for users.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Microsoft has confirmed an unusual warning for Windows users updating their PCs.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of users
Noun
  • After Notre Dame toppled Indiana 27-17 on Friday, doubters and SEC enthusiasts were quick to question how qualified the Hoosiers really were.
    Jayna Bardahl, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Meanwhile, outdoor enthusiasts who often venture into wild settings should invest in a durable backpack or duffle that can be squished into the wing of a twin-propeller plane or aboard a safari vehicle.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of enthusiasts
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