Foreign (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Not belonging to that in which it is contained; introduced from an outside source; "water free of extraneous matter"; "foreign particles in milk".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Extraneous

Meaning ²

Relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world; "foreign nations"; "a foreign accent"; "on business in a foreign city".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• She spent her summer traveling in a foreign country and immersing herself in the local culture.
• The hotel was equipped to handle foreign currency and provide language assistance to guests.
• After years of living abroad, his foreign accent was barely noticeable.
• As a representative of her company, she frequently conducted business in foreign cities around the world.
• He found the food in the foreign restaurant to be spicy and flavorful.

Synonyms

• Strange

Antonyms

• Native

Meaning ³

Of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own); "foreign trade"; "a foreign office".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The company's foreign sales have increased significantly over the past year, accounting for nearly half of its total revenue.
• The country's foreign policy has been a topic of controversy in recent years, with many critics arguing that it has been too soft on other nations.
• She studied international relations and diplomacy in college, with a focus on foreign affairs and the role of non-governmental organizations in shaping global politics.
• The new trade agreement is expected to have a major impact on our foreign trade with neighboring countries, particularly in terms of tariffs and import regulations.
• The Department of Foreign Affairs issued a statement yesterday clarifying the country's position on the ongoing conflict in the region.

Antonyms

• Domestic

Meaning ⁴

Not contained in or deriving from the essential nature of something; "an economic theory alien to the spirit of capitalism"; "the mysticism so foreign to the French mind and temper"; "jealousy is foreign to her nature".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The concept of competition is foreign to the altruistic nature of some indigenous cultures.
• The idea of personal space is foreign to many people from collectivist societies.
• Apathy is foreign to the spirit of community service.
• Materialism is foreign to the artistic temperament.
• Dishonesty is foreign to the honorable nature of most public servants.

Synonyms

• Alien

Related Words

• Foreignness (noun)