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idiosyncratic

Meanings
  • adjective

    A quality that is peculiar to an individual or thing; a characteristic feature or quirk.

Rhymes
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anomatic , atic , catatonic , dramatic , hydrodynamic , hysteratic , magnetic , matric , patric , static , tactic
Variants
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idiosyncrasies , idiosyncrasy , idiosyncratic , idiosyncratically
Etymology
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From the Greek word 'idios' meaning 'private' or 'personal' and 'syngraphikos' meaning 'pertaining to writing'. The term was used in ancient Greece to describe laws that applied only to certain individuals or families.

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  1. The term 'idiosyncrasy' was first used in English in the 16th century.

  2. Idiosyncratic behaviors and traits can be both positive and negative. For example, a person's love for collecting antique stamps can be seen as a positive idiosyncrasy, while hoarding can be a negative one.

Related Concepts
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  1. quirk: A peculiar or unusual trait or behavior.

  2. mannerism: A distinctive but irrational mode of action or behavior.

Culture
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Idiosyncratic behaviors and traits have been a source of fascination in literature and art. For example, Fyodor Dostoevsky's character Raskolnikov in Crime and Punishment is known for his idiosyncratic beliefs and actions. In music, the term 'idiosyncratic' is used to describe artists who have a unique and distinctive sound.

How to Memorize "idiosyncratic"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person or thing with a unique characteristic or trait that sets them apart from others.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'idiosyncratic' with the word 'unique' or 'distinctive'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in the definition: 'I Am Peculiar'.

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To help you remember the word 'idiosyncratic', follow these practical tricks with steps:

1. Break it down: First, break down the word into smaller parts - 'idio-', 'syn-', and 'cra-tic'. 'Idio' comes from the Greek word 'idios' meaning 'own' or 'personal'. 'Syn' is short for 'syntropy', a concept in thermodynamics meaning 'tendency towards order'. 'Cra-tic' is derived from the Greek word 'kratos' meaning 'power' or 'rule'. Thus, 'idiosyncratic' refers to something that has its own unique set of rules or characteristics.

2. Associate it with a phrase: Create a phrase that sounds like the word, such as 'I do it my sync way'. The phrase contains the word 'idio' and 'sync', which can help you remember the first two parts of the word. The phrase itself is also memorable and easy to recall.

3. Visualize it: Imagine a person who has a very unique and distinct way of doing things. Picture them doing something in a very particular way that no one else does. This image can help you remember the meaning of 'idiosyncratic' as something that is distinct and unique to a particular individual or thing.

4. Practice spelling it: Spell the word out loud a few times to help you remember the spelling. Break it down into syllables and practice saying each syllable separately. This will help you remember the spelling and the pronunciation of the word.

5. Use it in a sentence: Finally, use the word in a sentence to help you remember its meaning. For example, 'His idiosyncratic approach to problem-solving often left his colleagues puzzled'. This will help you remember the meaning of the word and reinforce your memory of it.

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