Synonyms for

Peculiarities

Verb / pɪˌkju:li:ˈerʌti:z / Another word for peculiarities — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Peculiarities means strange or unusual qualities or characteristics that make something or someone different from others.

Synonyms & similar words

curio distinctivefeature oddity peculiarity specialty distinguishingcharacteristic oddment rarity specialness distinctiveness curiosity speciality oddities quirks eccentricities idiosyncrasies peculiarness strangeness uniqueness abnormalities deviations anomalies variations divergences departures irregularities inconsistencies flaws defects imperfections blemishes faults

Example sentences

  1. The peculiarities of the new student made him stand out from the other kids.
  2. The peculiarities of the museum's collection fascinated the visitors.
  3. The peculiarities of the old car made it difficult to find replacement parts.
  4. The peculiarities of the language made it challenging to learn.
  5. The peculiarities of the mountain's terrain made it a difficult climb.

Quotes

  • 'The true test of character is not how much we know how to do, but how we behave when we don't know what to do.' - John Holt
  • 'The peculiarity of man is that he can only live by looking to the future.' - Alexis Carrel
  • 'The essence of romantic love is that wonderful beginning, after which sadness and impossibility may become the rule.' - Anita Brookner

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