IDIOSYNCRASY Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

idiosyncrasy

noun

ˌi-dē-ə-ˈsiŋ-krə-sē

Definition of idiosyncrasy

as in trick

an odd or peculiar habit his only idiosyncrasy is his inveterate wearing of sneakers, even with business suits

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Recent Examples of idiosyncrasy Both Hanke and Koppl frame big player dynamics as a broader structural shift rather than any single politician’s idiosyncrasy. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 3 July 2026 Anta Claus is spilling over with character flaws, idiosyncrasies, jealousy and frustration. — John Hopewell, Variety, 16 June 2026 There’s an intrinsic pleasure in seeing filmmakers grow both older and weirder, yielding to their personal idiosyncrasies and obsessions, taking wild chances in pursuit of their passions. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 16 June 2026 Her idiosyncrasies remain, though, and PULL is at its most compelling when her experimental tendencies mesh with a four-to-the-floor beat or a theatrical chorus. — Alex Robert Ross, Pitchfork, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for idiosyncrasy

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Noun

Messi was instrumental in Argentina’s route to the final, opening his World Cup with a hat-trick against Algeria and scoring in each of his team’s matches up to and including the round of 16.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
The key manufacturing trick was direct ink writing, a form of 3D printing.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of trick

Noun

But this was his first opportunity to play against a live pass rush, which tested one of the traits that drew Los Angeles to Simpson.

— Nate Atkins, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
In theory, Daniels could sue LSU for misappropriation of his right of publicity, which forbids the unauthorized commercial use of a college athlete’s name, image, likeness, signature, voice, nickname and other identifying traits.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of trait

Noun

The long-term difference could be dramatic The researchers also fed the characteristics of each driving style into a battery-aging model to estimate longer-term capacity loss.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026
Organizations that successfully operationalize AI in supply chain environments tend to share several common characteristics.

— George Ninikas, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of characteristic

Noun

The film leans on the cafe’s constant churn of strangers coming and going to draw out each character’s voice, temperament and quirks at a brisk clip.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026
Independent hotels and small brands will gain access to capabilities once reserved for global chains while preserving their architecture, quirks and local service.

— Roman Pedan, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of quirk

Noun

Says strange things and has funny little mannerisms, but within lies a devastatingly sharp mind which can produce something special that people will be talking about for years.

— Tim Spiers, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
This portrait of wannabe bohemians and intellectuals who adopt the fashions, mannerisms, and artistic practices of an earlier time has its own essential timelessness.

— Justin Chang, New Yorker, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of mannerism

Noun

Some Venus signs prefer seduction through mystery and minimalism, while others enjoy eccentricity or perhaps even maximalism.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026
How much funnier Shakespeare’s motley crew can be when we’re allowed to discover the variety of eccentricity and ludicrousness on display for ourselves.

— Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026

Definition of eccentricity

Noun

Experts suggest role modeling moderation, such as eating produce and protein—and a treat here or there, too—can also help a child build truly healthy and sustainable eating habits.

— Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 22 Aug. 2026
Anyone with a scrolling habit will know that social media can be a soothing place for the downbeat and lonely.

— Beatrice Loayza, Variety, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of habit

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