Definition

Describing something that does not conform to the usual type or pattern; unusual or irregular.

Example

The scientist discovered an atypic behavior in the experiment that was not expected.

Conversation

Did you see that painting in the gallery?

Yeah, it was really atypic compared to the others.

I thought so too! It stood out in a unique way.

Exactly, I love when art breaks the mold like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Atypic → It is formed from "a-" (meaning not) and "typic" (from Greek "typos", meaning type or model). The word "atypic" means not typical or not conforming to a type.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('a-') and 'type' ('typic') to remember that 'atypic' refers to something that is not typical.

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