unconventional
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Adjective — Not following the usual customs, rules, or accepted way of doing things.
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Etymology
From un- + conventional, from Latin conventio (\"agreement, gathering\") via convention.
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What does “unconventional” mean?
The word “unconventional” means not following the usual customs, rules, or accepted way of doing things. In plain terms, doing things differently from what people normally expect.
How do you use “unconventional” in a sentence?
Here is “unconventional” used in a sentence: “She took an unconventional approach to raising her kids.”
What part of speech is “unconventional”?
“Unconventional” is an adjective.
Where does the word “unconventional” come from?
The word “unconventional” comes from Latin. From un- + conventional, from Latin conventio (\"agreement, gathering\") via convention.
Is “unconventional” a common word?
“Unconventional” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.