Definition

The quality or state of being unusual or different from what is generally accepted or expected.

Example

Her eccentricity made her stand out in a crowd, as she often wore mismatched clothes and spoke in a unique way.

Conversation

Have you noticed how his eccentricity makes him so interesting?

Absolutely! It keeps conversations lively and fun.

Yeah, I think people should embrace their eccentricity more often.

I agree; it really adds character to who we are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eccentricity → It is formed from "ec-" (meaning out of) and "centrum" (meaning center). The word describes a quality of being out of the center or deviating from the norm.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'out of' ('ec-') the 'center' ('centrum') — that's why eccentricity refers to a deviation from the norm.

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