Definition

Not unusual or different; conforming to the norm or standard.

Example

Her style is quite uneccentric, blending in with the crowd rather than standing out.

Conversation

Have you met Jamie's new roommate?

No, I haven't. Is he uneccentric?

Yeah, he's pretty laid-back and normal compared to the last one.

That's nice! It must be refreshing to have someone more uneccentric around.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from the prefix 'un-' (meaning not) and 'eccentric' (from Greek 'ekkentros', meaning out of the center). The word 'uneccentric' means not being out of the center or not deviating from the norm.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being combined with 'out of the center' ('eccentric') to remember that 'uneccentric' means not deviating from the norm.

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