idiosyncratic — relating to idiosyncrasy; peculiar or individual
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to idiosyncrasy; peculiar or individual
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪdiəsɪŋˈkrætɪk/
Example Sentences
- My grandfather has an idiosyncratic habit of wearing socks with sandals.
- The artist's idiosyncratic use of colors makes her paintings instantly recognizable.
- His idiosyncratic way of solving problems often surprises his colleagues.
idiosyncratic
ADJECTIVE[/ˌɪdiəsɪŋˈkrætɪk/]
relating to idiosyncrasy; peculiar or individual
Peculiar and individual behavior
Not automatic, not systematic, but idiosyncratic!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Greek 'idios' (one's own, private) combined with 'syn' (together) and 'krasis' (mixture, temperament). Originally referred to a unique blend of individual qualities or constitutional traits peculiar to one person.
Breakdown
idio- (one's own, individual) + syn- (together, with) + -cratic (of temperament, from krasis meaning mixture or blend).
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📝Examples
“My grandfather has an idiosyncratic habit of wearing socks with sandals.”
“The artist's idiosyncratic use of colors makes her paintings instantly recognizable.”
“His idiosyncratic way of solving problems often surprises his colleagues.”
“She has an idiosyncratic fear of butterflies but loves giant spiders.”
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