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.

Random words

WordMeaning
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
arrearsthe state of being behind in the discharge of obligations
togathe loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome
tomebook
dallyto act playfully
palpablecapable of being touched or felt : tangible
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
peripatetica follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism
onomatopoeiathe naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss)