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
prognosticateto foretell from signs or symptoms : predict
convergeto tend or move toward one point or one another : come together : meet
acumenkeenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters
undulatinghaving a wavy surface, edge, or markings
avowto declare assuredly
irreverencelack of reverence
heterodoxcontrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox
insularitycharacteristic of an isolated people
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
babbleto talk enthusiastically or excessively