offbeat — unconventional or unusual in style, especially in an amusing way
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: unconventional or unusual in style, especially in an amusing way
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɔːfbiːt/
Example Sentences
- The café has an offbeat decoration with upside-down chairs hanging from the ceiling.
- Her offbeat fashion sense includes wearing socks with sandals to formal events.
- The director is known for his offbeat films that challenge conventional storytelling.
offbeat
ADJECTIVE[/ˈɔːfbiːt/]
unconventional or unusual in style, especially in an amusing way
unconventional or unusual in style, especially in an amusing way
His offbeat rhythm ignores the heartbeat, but keeps everyone upbeat!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the combination of the prefix 'off-' (meaning away from or not) and the noun 'beat' (a rhythmic pulse). The term originated in music to describe rhythm that falls on unconventional beats, later extending to mean anything unconventional or unusual.
Breakdown
off- (away from, not) + beat (rhythmic pulse) = offbeat
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The café has an offbeat decoration with upside-down chairs hanging from the ceiling.”
“Her offbeat fashion sense includes wearing socks with sandals to formal events.”
“The director is known for his offbeat films that challenge conventional storytelling.”
“My grandmother's offbeat cooking includes putting ice cream on pizza.”
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