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enfant terrible

/ˌɒ̃fɒ̃ tɛˈriːblə/

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/ˌɒ̃fɒ̃ tɛˈriːblə/C1formalart
  • ruФранцузское выражение, заимствованное в английский язык, обозначающее человека, который ведёт себя нетрадиционно, непочтительно или создаёт проблемы, бросая вызов устоявшимся нормам, часто в творческом или художественном контексте.

A French phrase adopted into English, referring to a person who is unconventional, irreverent, or causes trouble by challenging established norms, often in a creative or artistic context.

  1. Shockingly unconventional personC1formal

    A person, especially a young one, who is unorthodox, outspoken, or shockingly innovative in their field, often causing embarrassment or disruption to their peers or elders.

    ruНесносное дитя

    • The young artist was considered the enfant terrible of the modern art scene.
    • He was the enfant terrible of British politics, always making controversial statements.
    • As an enfant terrible of the fashion world, she constantly challenged traditional designs.