farouche
adjective | /farouche/
Shy, sullen, or difficult to approach because of reserve or distrust; untamed.
farouche
adjective | /farouche/
Advanced WordsHARDShy, sullen, or difficult to approach because of reserve or distrust; untamed.
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"The farouche artist rarely attended public events."
"Despite her farouche manner, she was kind to those who knew her well."
Mnemonic Trick
Farouche → Sounds like 'far' → Someone emotionally far away from others.
Etymology
Borrowed from French farouche, meaning 'wild,' 'untamed,' or 'shy,' ultimately from Latin forasticus meaning 'outside' or 'living in the wild.'
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