Alien Definition
alien
adjective
- 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"
- being or from or characteristic of another place or part of the world; "alien customs"; "exotic plants in a greenhouse"; "exotic cuisine"
noun
- a person who comes from a foreign country; someone who does not owe allegiance to your country
- anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found
- a form of life assumed to exist outside the Earth or its atmosphere
verb
- transfer property or ownership; "The will aliened the property to the heirs"
- arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness; "She alienated her friends when she became fanatically religious"
"Alien" in song lyrics
See how alien is used in real songs:
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"And Dora the Explorer's an illegal alien"
Devo Spice — PC Halloween -
"Medallion's made man, the alien"
DJ Muggs & Planet Asia — All Hail the King -
"Chee's the alias, Government name: resident alien"
Himalayan Project — Wince at the Sun
Words that rhyme with alien
Usage tips for "alien"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "alien" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for alien to find words that pair well.