GRE Word List

ECCENTRIC

deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways

The meaning of the word eccentric is deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways.

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WordMeaning
communetalk over
cauterizeto sear with a cautery or caustic
orthodoxconforming to established doctrine especially in religion
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
diluteattenuate
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
effigyan image or representation especially of a person
impoliticnot politic : unwise
donto put on (an article of clothing)
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion