idiosyncratic

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Adjective idiosyncratic has 1 sense

idiosyncratic - peculiar to the individual; "we all have our own idiosyncratic gestures"; "Michelangelo's highly idiosyncratic style of painting"
Antonym: common (indirect, via individual)

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Idiosyncratic

Adjective: Referring to a peculiar, distinctive, or unique characteristic or behavior of an individual.

Sense 1: Relating to an individual's eccentric or peculiar habits or mannerisms.

Sample Sentence: John's idiosyncratic way of tapping his foot while thinking always fascinated his colleagues.

Sense 2: Relating to a distinctive or unique feature of a particular place or culture.

Sample Sentence: The city's idiosyncratic architecture combines traditional styles with modern influences.

Sense 3: Relating to an individual's unique response or reaction to specific circumstances or stimuli.

Sample Sentence: Sally's idiosyncratic fear of clowns is well-known among her friends.