enfant terrible
Originating from French, "enfant terrible" describes someone whose shocking or unconventional behavior causes discomfort or admiration.
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Definition
C1General
(informal)A person whose unconventional or controversial behavior or ideas shock, embarrass, or annoy others.
Example
- His remarks at the dinner party marked him as an enfant terrible.
C1Arts and Culture
(informal)A person, often young, who is notably innovative or avant-garde, often causing controversy.
Example
- The young artist quickly gained a reputation as the enfant terrible of the art world.