Quirky

Pronunciation: /ˈkwərki/

Definitions of quirky

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, such as 'quirky' which means characterized by peculiar or unexpected traits

Example Sentences

A1 She has a quirky sense of humor that always makes me laugh.

A2 The town is known for its quirky shops and unique architecture.

B1 The quirky characters in the movie added a fun and unexpected element to the story.

B2 I love how the artist incorporates quirky details into their paintings.

C1 The writer's quirky writing style has garnered a loyal following of fans.

C2 The museum is filled with quirky artifacts that offer a glimpse into the past.

Examples of quirky in a Sentence

formal The artist's quirky style of painting has gained a lot of attention in the art world.

informal She has a quirky sense of humor that always makes me laugh.

slang That movie was so quirky, I loved it!

figurative His quirky personality is like a breath of fresh air in a room full of serious people.

Grammatical Forms of quirky

• past tense: quirkied
• plural: quirkies
• comparative: quirkier
• superlative: quirkiest
• present tense: quirks
• future tense: will quirky
• perfect tense: have quirked
• continuous tense: is quirking
• singular: quirky
• positive degree: quirky
• infinitive: to quirk
• gerund: quirking
• participle: quirked

Origin and Evolution of quirky

First Known Use: 1806 year

Language of Origin: Scottish

Story behind the word: The word 'quirky' originated from the Scottish word 'quark', which means a strange or peculiar person.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'quirky' has evolved to also describe things that are unconventional, eccentric, or whimsical.