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Definition eccentric in American English

eccentric adjective

adjective
/ɪkˈsentrɪk/
1

someone who is eccentric often behaves in slightly strange or unusual ways

Example

an eccentric, difficult genius

Example

She's regarded as being rather eccentric.

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1.1

used about actions, decisions, or things that people make that are strange or unusual

Example

a rather eccentric decision by the referee

Example

an eccentric family tradition

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Definition eccentric in American English