eccentric
adjective
deviating from the recognized or customary character, practice, etc.; irregular; erratic; peculiar; odd.
eccentrically
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a word derived from
eccentric.
Example Sentences
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The sale will be perfect, she said, for "people who dress more eccentrically and want to find a truly exceptional piece for their wardrobe".
From Barron's ● Feb. 12, 2026
The small but colorful crowd included dozens of Trump supporters and a handful of critics, many dressed eccentrically to get their messages across on camera.
From New York Times ● Jun. 13, 2023
The museum’s more eccentrically enchanting collection includes Queen Marie of Romania’s royal artifacts — including gilded furniture, jewelry and icons — and a film, photos and story on the museum’s history.
From Seattle Times ● May 10, 2023
She delivered the Grand Guignol with a wink that was all the more disturbing for being so eccentrically amusing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 11, 2022
Listening to persons who sounded eccentrically pitched voices, I usually noted their sounds for an initial few seconds before I concentrated on what they were saying.
From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez
