Meaning
maladjusted, misfit
- unable to adjust to the norms and demands of society
- as a noun: an outcast, misfit, or socially maladjusted person
In a sentence
Si sentiva un disadattato in quell'ambiente di lavoro così competitivo.
He felt like a misfit in that competitive work environment.
Il programma sociale aiuta i giovani disadattati a trovare un'occupazione.
The social program helps maladjusted young people find employment.
Non trattarlo come un disadattato solo perché ha interessi diversi.
Don't treat him like a misfit just because he has different interests.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| disadattato | masculine · singular |
| disadattata | feminine · singular |
| disadattati | masculine · plural |
| disadattate | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Frequently nominalized: 'un disadattato' (a misfit, an outcast).
- Can sound derogatory when used casually as an insult.