Eccentric ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Eccentric ( adjective )

1. Deviating from conventional or accepted behavior or attitudes.
2. Unconventional or unorthodox in behavior or appearance.
3. Not having the same center; not concentric.
4. Not arranged around a central point; not symmetrical.

Origin:

From greek ekkentros "out of center", from ek- "out of" + kentron "center".

Examples:

1. He was known for his eccentric fashion sense.
2. She was considered eccentric for her unorthodox views.
3. He was eccentric in his approach to problem-solving.
4. The house was eccentric with its irregular shape.
5. The machine had an eccentric design.

(As a noun)

Eccentric ( noun )

1. Deviating from conventional or accepted behavior or attitudes.
2. Unconventional or unorthodox in behavior or appearance.
3. Not having the same center; not concentric.
4. Not arranged around a central point; not symmetrical.

Origin:

From greek ekkentros "out of center", from ek- "out of" + kentron "center".

Examples:

1. He was known for his eccentric fashion sense.
2. She was considered eccentric for her unorthodox views.
3. He was eccentric in his approach to problem-solving.
4. The house was eccentric with its irregular shape.
5. The machine had an eccentric design.