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peculiar — meaning in English

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English meaning

peculiar adj Strange or odd; unusual in a way that draws attention.
quirky adj Unusual or eccentric in an appealing, offbeat way.

Senses

peculiar is used for these senses in English:

peculiar Out of the ordinary; odd; strange; unusual.
peculiar Common or usual for a certain place or circumstance; specific or particular.
quirky Given to quirks or idiosyncrasies; strange in a somewhat silly, awkward manner, potentially cute.

peculiar — full definition

adj Strange or odd; unusual in a way that draws attention.
adj Belonging distinctly to a particular person, place, or thing; specific to it.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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