Enfant terrible

Enfant terrible (/ˌɒ̃fɒ̃ tɛˈriːblᵊ/; French pronunciation: ​[ɑ̃fɑ̃ tɛʁibl]; English: "unruly child") is a French expression, traditionally referring to a child who is terrifyingly candid by saying embarrassing things to parents or others. However, the expression has drawn multiple usage in careers of art, fashion, music, and other creative arts. In these careers, it implies a successful "genius" who is very unorthodox, striking, and in some cases, offensive, or rebellious.

Enfant terrible

Enfant terrible (/ˌɒ̃fɒ̃ tɛˈriːblᵊ/; French pronunciation: ​[ɑ̃fɑ̃ tɛʁibl]; English: "unruly child") is a French expression, traditionally referring to a child who is terrifyingly candid by saying embarrassing things to parents or others. However, the expression has drawn multiple usage in careers of art, fashion, music, and other creative arts. In these careers, it implies a successful "genius" who is very unorthodox, striking, and in some cases, offensive, or rebellious.