eccentric
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/ɪkˈsentrɪk/
ec · cen · tric
ɪk · ˈsent · rɪk
English Definition
adj. odd, peculiar
Significado en Español
excéntrico, extravagante
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
kỳ quặc, lập dị
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eccen(out)+tric(center)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to “eccentric”: Despite his talent, the artist was often considered ______ due to his unconventional style and peculiar habits.
A
normal
B
predictable
C
odd
D
unremarkable
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C — odd.
“eccentric” means adj. odd, peculiar
Common questions about “eccentric”
What does “eccentric” mean?
eccentric — adj. odd, peculiar. In Chinese: 古怪的，怪癖的.
How do you pronounce “eccentric”?
eccentric is pronounced /ɪkˈsentrɪk/. It breaks into 3 syllables: ec · cen · tric.
Is “eccentric” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. eccentric appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “eccentric”?
eccen(out)+tric(center)
