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.

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tiradea protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language
deadpanmarked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression
recreantcrying for mercy : cowardly
apothegma short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism
reconditedifficult or impossible for one of ordinary understanding or knowledge to comprehend : deep
catechismoral instruction
subliminalinadequate to produce a sensation or a perception
disavowalto deny responsibility for : repudiate
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
sultryvery hot and humid : sweltering