Eccentricity

Pronunciation: /ɛkˌsɛnˈtrɪsəti/

Definitions of eccentricity

noun the state of being eccentric

Example Sentences

A1 She is known for her eccentricity, always wearing mismatched socks.

A2 His eccentricity often leads to misunderstandings with others.

B1 The artist's eccentricity is reflected in his unique and unconventional paintings.

B2 Despite his eccentricity, he is a highly respected scientist in his field.

C1 The author's eccentricity shines through in his complex and thought-provoking novels.

C2 Her eccentricity is what makes her stand out in a crowd, attracting attention wherever she goes.

Examples of eccentricity in a Sentence

formal The eccentricity of the orbit of the comet was measured to be quite high.

informal She's known for her eccentricity, always wearing mismatched socks.

slang That guy's got some serious eccentricity going on, always doing weird stuff.

figurative His eccentricity shines through in his unique artwork, unlike anything I've ever seen.

Grammatical Forms of eccentricity

• plural: eccentricities
• comparative: more eccentric
• superlative: most eccentric
• present tense: eccentricity
• future tense: will be eccentric
• perfect tense: has been eccentric
• continuous tense: is being eccentric
• singular: eccentricity
• positive degree: eccentric
• infinitive: to be eccentric
• gerund: eccentricity
• participle: eccentric

Origin and Evolution of eccentricity

First Known Use: 1550 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'eccentricity' originated from the Latin word 'eccentricus', which means 'out of the center'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the field of astronomy to describe the deviation of a celestial body from its center, the term 'eccentricity' has evolved to also refer to unconventional or peculiar behavior in individuals.