GRE Word List

IDIOSYNCRASY

a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality

The meaning of the word idiosyncrasy is a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality.

Random words

WordMeaning
touchymarked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation
constitutionthe basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it
verisimilarhaving the appearance of truth : probable
fusionthe act or process of liquefying or rendering plastic by heat
myopicaffected by myopia : of, relating to, or exhibiting myopia : nearsighted
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody
blowhardan arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart
dilatorytending or intended to cause delay
nebulaany of numerous clouds of gas or dust in interstellar space
tendto exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce