eccentric
Translation
eccentric, unconventional, strange
Examples
He was an eccentric old man.
He was an eccentric old man.
Her style of dress is quite eccentric.
Her style of dress is quite eccentric.
Grammar Patterns
used to describe a person or their behaviour as strange or unconventional My uncle has some eccentric habits.
Similar Words
Synonyms: strange, odd, peculiar, unconventional; Antonyms: conventional, normal, ordinary
Etymology
From Greek 'ek' (out of) + 'kentron' (centre). Literally 'off-centre'.
Memory Tips
Think of a circle that is 'off-centre' - it's not normal, it's eccentric. This applies to people's behaviour too.