eccentricity

noun
UK: /ˌeksenˈtrɪsəti/
US: /ˌeksenˈtrɪsəti/

  1. Strange or unusual behavior.

    1. His eccentricity makes him a fascinating person to be around.
    2. Her artistic eccentricity was tolerated because she was so talented, actually.

  2. The quality of being slightly strange or unusual.

    1. She is known for her eccentricity, but she is also a kind woman.
    2. The museum celebrates the eccentricity of local artists, showcasing their unique visions.

  3. The degree to which an orbit deviates from a perfect circle.

    1. The eccentricity of the planet's orbit affects its seasons greatly.
    2. Scientists measured the eccentricity of the comet's orbit to predict its return.

Synonyms

peculiarity idiosyncrasy anomaly abnormality oddity

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "eccentricity" in English means: Strange or unusual behavior., The quality of being slightly strange or unusual., The degree to which an orbit deviates from a perfect circle..

The phonetic transcription of "eccentricity" is /ˌeksenˈtrɪsəti/ in British English and /ˌeksenˈtrɪsəti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "eccentricity": peculiarity, idiosyncrasy, anomaly, abnormality, oddity.

Example usage of "eccentricity": "His eccentricity makes him a fascinating person to be around.". More examples on the page.