Synonyms for

Eccentricity

Verb / ˌeksʌˈntrɪsʌti: / Another word for eccentricity — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Eccentricity means the quality of being unconventional or strange in behavior.

Synonyms & similar words

concentricity quirkiness oddity peculiarity singularity strangeness unconventionality unorthodoxy abnormality bizarreness weirdness aberration deviation idiosyncrasy flakiness kinkiness nonconformity originality queerness rarity uniqueness

Example sentences

  1. The eccentricity of the artist's work made it stand out in the gallery.
  2. His eccentricity was seen as a sign of creativity by some and as a flaw by others.
  3. The town's eccentricity was celebrated during the annual parade.
  4. Her eccentricity made her an interesting character in the book.
  5. The professor's eccentricity was apparent in his teaching style.

Quotes

  • Eccentricity is not, as some would believe, a form of madness. It is often a kind of innocent pride, and the man of genius and the aristocrat are frequently regarded as eccentrics because genius and aristocrat are entirely unafraid of and uninfluenced by the opinions and vagaries of the crowd. - Edith Sitwell
  • Eccentricity is a kind of creativity, a willingness to break with convention and embrace the unexpected. - Tom Robbins
  • Eccentricity is not a sin, it's just a different way of looking at things. - Francesca Lia Block

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