eccentric
/ɪkˈsɛntɹɪk/
Group 11Difficulty 1/3
Definitions
- (adjective)
- Unconventional and slightly strange in behavior; deviating from the usual GRE
- (noun)
- An eccentric person GRE
Example in Context
The eccentric professor, who delivered lectures while pacing barefoot, was beloved by students for his passion and clarity despite his unconventional style.
Synonyms
weirdquirkyodd
Etymology
Deviating from the center — acting outside the norm.
- ec- (Greek) — out of
- kentron (Greek) — center
Memory Aid
🥚Sounds like “egg centric”
An egg wearing a monocle, saying, 'I’m ECCENTRIC because I’m the only one in a suit!'
Visual Association
🤪A person in a bright polka dot suit, juggling rubber chickens in a serious meeting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “eccentric” mean on the GRE?
eccentric (adjective) means “Unconventional and slightly strange in behavior; deviating from the usual”. The eccentric professor, who delivered lectures while pacing barefoot, was beloved by students for his passion and clarity despite his unconventional style.
How to remember “eccentric” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “eccentric” sounds like “egg centric”. An egg wearing a monocle, saying, 'I’m ECCENTRIC because I’m the only one in a suit!'
What are synonyms for “eccentric”?
Common synonyms: weird, quirky, odd.