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quirkiness

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈkwɪr.kɪ.nəs/

KK: /ˈkwɪr.kɪ.nəs/

noun
Definition

The quality of being unusual or different in a way that is interesting or appealing.


Example

Her quirkiness makes her stand out in a crowd.


Conversation
Sloth A
I really love your quirkiness; it makes you stand out.
Sloth B
Thanks! I think it's important to embrace who we are.
Sloth A
Absolutely! Everyone should celebrate their own quirkiness.
Sloth B
For sure! It adds so much character to life.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
eccentricity
idiosyncrasy
peculiarity
Antonyms
normality
conformity
ordinariness
Root Explanation

Quirkiness → It is formed from "quirk" (from Middle English *quirke*, meaning a peculiar or unexpected trait) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "quirkiness" refers to the state of being quirky or having unusual traits.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'quirk' as a peculiar trait, and when you add '-ness', it describes the quality of having those peculiar traits.

Visually Confused Words
squirtiness
squirminess
quickness
quakiness
murkiness
mirkiness
quizziness
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