uncharacteristic

adjective

un·char·ac·ter·is·tic ˌən-ˌker-ik-tə-ˈri-stik

-ˌka-rik-

Synonyms of uncharacteristic next

: not characteristic : not typical or distinctive

uncharacteristic outbursts of temper

uncharacteristically

ˌən-ˌker-ik-tə-ˈri-sti-k(ə-)lē

-ˌka-rik-

adverb

Examples of uncharacteristic in a Sentence

It was an uncharacteristic outburst of temper. Her uncharacteristic silence bothered me.

Recent Examples on the Web Alcaraz made a handful of uncharacteristic unforced errors in the match but was able to rely on his otherworldly shot-making ability to once again prevail in four sets. —

Sam Joseph, CNN, 14 July 2024 President Biden struggled with some answers and misspoke at moments in the early stages of the debate Thursday, speaking in a raspy voice while former president Donald Trump initially showed uncharacteristic restraint in not attacking him. —

Patrick Svitek, Washington Post, 28 June 2024 And Edmonton’s desperation coupled with Florida’s uncharacteristic performance resulted in a rout. —

Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 June 2024 Trump, 78, who started out on an uncharacteristic calm and even keel, lashed back at Biden, calling him a liar. —

Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 28 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for uncharacteristic

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Word History

First Known Use

1748, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of uncharacteristic was in 1748

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“Uncharacteristic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncharacteristic. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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