English

idiosyncrasy

ˌɪdiəˈsɪŋkrəsi, ˌɪd.i.əˈsɪŋ.krə.si, ˌɪd.i.əʊˈsɪŋ.kɹə.si, ˌɪdi.əˈsɪŋkɹəsi, ˌɪdioʊˈsɪŋkɹəsi, ˌɪdɪə(ʊ)ˈsɪŋkɹəsi
Meaning: a peculiar individual habit or characteristic
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˌɪd.i.əˈsɪŋ.krə.si, ˌɪd.i.əʊˈsɪŋ.kɹə.si, ˌɪdi.əˈsɪŋkɹəsi, ˌɪdioʊˈsɪŋkɹəsi, ˌɪdɪə(ʊ)ˈsɪŋkɹəsi

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Example

One of his little idiosyncrasies is that he always organizes his books by color.
One of his little idiosyncrasies is that he always organizes his books by color.

Usage Notes

Refers to a strange or unusual habit that is unique to an individual. It is often used for harmless but distinct behaviors.

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