OUT-OF-THE-WAY Synonyms: 267 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˌau̇t-ə(v)-t͟hə-ˈwā

as in bizarre

different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion the night watchman calls the police if he notices any out-of-the-way activity taking place during his shift

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as in unusual

noticeably different from what is generally found or experienced there was nothing out-of-the-way about the hitchhiker's appearance that might arouse suspicion

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out of the way

2 of 2

phrase

as in up

brought or having come to an end Now that we've got the first step out of the way it's time to start phase two.

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as in inappropriate

not appropriate for a particular occasion or situation They hoped he wouldn't say anything out of the way at the party.

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Recent Examples of out-of-the-way

Adjective

Floating alone where the North Atlantic and Arctic oceans meet, this island nation was long considered too out-of-the-way for travelers … until airlines like Icelandair started luring Americans with cheap flights to Europe that included a stopover in Iceland. —

Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 1 Apr. 2026 His character is more maneuverable, and that creates situations where players can test out the traversal mechanics to grab an out-of-the-way power-up or switches that open inaccessible treasure chests. —

Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 17 Mar. 2026 By 2019, Virginia photographer John Plashal caught wind of what was disintegrating on Hankins' out-of-the-way acres. —

Danielle Paquette The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 17 Feb. 2026 Alternative culture stores and venues are usually located in out-of-the-way areas. —

Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for out-of-the-way

Recent Examples of Synonyms for out-of-the-way

Adjective

Esther said that Kim was upset about McCormick's bizarre behavior.

— Peter Van Sant, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
The Sharks allowed second-period goals to Marco Rossi — on a bizarre play –– and Jake DeBrusk on a Canucks power play as the two teams entered the third period tied 2-2.

— Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2026