adjective

unconventional

unconventional

She has an unconventional approach to teaching.

She has an unconventional approach to teaching.

His lifestyle is quite unconventional.

His lifestyle is quite unconventional.

an unconventional ((noun)) a way of doing something that is not typical He has an unconventional sense of humor.

Synonyms: unorthodox, unusual, original; Antonyms: conventional, traditional

From 'un-' (not) + 'conventional' (based on what is generally done or believed).

Think of a 'convention' as a big meeting where everyone agrees on rules. 'Unconventional' means not following those rules.

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