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
inalienableincapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred
sleightdeceitful craftiness
touchymarked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation
holstera leather or fabric case for carrying a firearm on the person (as on the hip or chest), on a saddle, or in a vehicle
rivuleta small stream
tureena deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served
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remediablecapable of being remedied
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debutanteone making a debut (see debut