monstre sacré

The definition of a monster sacré, a sacred monster, is a public figure that is left alone despite strange characteristics or actions.

(noun)

An example of a monster sacré is the musician, Lady Gaga.

See monstre sacré in Webster's New World College Dictionary

a venerable or popular public figure who is considered above criticism or attack despite eccentricity, controversy, etc.

Origin: Fr, lit., sacred monster

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