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
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outlawa person excluded from the benefit or protection of the law
fineryornament
garishclothed in vivid colors
sleightdeceitful craftiness
diluteattenuate
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