Definition of lepernext
as in outcast
one who is cast out or rejected by society was treated as a leper after she leveled unpopular criticism of the beloved star

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of leper Meanwhile, in a remote leper village, a handsome stranger brings hope with miraculous cures until doubts grow about whether his help may come at a terrible cost. Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 19 Sep. 2025 Remember, the Lord Jesus did not fear lepers, and leprosy was (and continues to be) a highly contagious infectious disease. Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 15 Sep. 2025 The town serves as the backdrop for what many surrounding the production consider the creative high point of the season — an episode 5 spaghetti western side mission that involves lepers, eye-gauging vultures, and a train pulled by zombies. Dalton Ross, EW.com, 26 Aug. 2025 We are reminded of the story of the Buddha and the leper. Rabbi Dana Magat, The Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for leper
Recent Examples of Synonyms for leper
Noun
  • As the doppelganger charms the internet and devises a nefarious plot to replace mankind with brainrot, Shiori must partner with other online outcasts to stop her digital counterpart and reclaim her life in the real world.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Harrison went from one of the most respected executives in the league to a complete outcast.
    Zach Harper, New York Times, 2 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • To overthrow a government that uses brutality and coercion to cling to power and whose militancy had made their country an international pariah, impoverishing its citizens.
    Molly Hunter, NBC news, 30 Jan. 2026
  • The adventurous actress dirties up her frock and face to play the village pariah, who reeks of fish and would be no man’s idea of a suitable wife, except perhaps the one-eyed bum who sleeps in the town square.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 26 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • These days, the aviary houses parakeets that are mostly rejects from friends whose kids got bored with them.
    Inga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
  • In it, Jackson Lamb (Oldman), River Cartwright (Jack Lowden) and the rest of the MI5 rejects are on the case — and a bit on the defense.
    Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Blending this formula with some of the best service in French Polynesia, Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora offers all the elements of a magical castaway experience.
    Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Being chosen to participate in such a landmark season is a dream and knowing all the castaways that did not make it here is humbling.
    Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Jan. 2026

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Leper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leper. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.

More from Merriam-Webster on leper

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!