idiosyncrasies

id·i·o·syn·cra·sy

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [id-ee-uh-sing-kruh-see, -sin-]
- /ˌɪd i əˈsɪŋ krə si, -ˈsɪn-/
- /ˌɪd.i.əˈsɪŋ.krə.si/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [id-ee-uh-sing-kruh-see, -sin-]
- /ˌɪd i əˈsɪŋ krə si, -ˈsɪn-/

Definitions of idiosyncrasies word

noun plural idiosyncrasies a characteristic, habit, mannerism, or the like, that is peculiar to an individual. 1
noun plural idiosyncrasies the physical constitution peculiar to an individual. 1
noun plural idiosyncrasies a peculiarity of the physical or the mental constitution, especially susceptibility toward drugs, food, etc. Compare allergy (def 1). 1
noun idiosyncrasies Plural form of idiosyncrasy. 1
noun idiosyncrasies plural of idiosyncrasy. 0

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Origin of idiosyncrasies

First appearance:

before 1595

One of the 38% oldest English words

1595-1605; < Greek idiosynkrāsía, equivalent to idio- idio- + syn- syn- + krâs(is) a blending + -ia -y3

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Parts of speech for Idiosyncrasies

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idiosyncrasies popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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Synonyms for idiosyncrasies

noun idiosyncrasies

eccentricities — an oddity or peculiarity, as of conduct: an interesting man, known for his eccentricities.
foibles — A minor weakness or eccentricity in someone's character.
habits — Plural form of habit.
characteristics — Also, characteristical. pertaining to, constituting, or indicating the character or peculiar quality of a person or thing; typical; distinctive: Red and gold are the characteristic colors of autumn.
features — a prominent or conspicuous part or characteristic: Tall buildings were a new feature on the skyline.

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