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eccentric

🇬🇧 UK/ik'sentrik/🇺🇸 US
IELTSTOEFLGREC1

Definitions

adj.

Behaving in an unusual or odd way; not following normal conventions.

古怪的,反常的,异乎寻常的

n.

A person who behaves in an unusual or unconventional way.

怪人,行为古怪的人

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
ecout of, former
+
centrcenter, middle point
+
icrelating to, having the nature of
=eccentric

Common Collocations

  • 1.eccentric character怪异的性格
  • 2.eccentric behavior古怪的行为

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The eccentric professor wore mismatched socks and colorful scarves daily.

  • 2.

    An eccentric artist often produces the most innovative and memorable work.

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