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Idiosyncrasy Definition & Meaning

idiosyncrasy
noun
  1. a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual

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  • "Nonsense filled my brain and became an idiosyncrasy"
    Muphin — Downward Spiral

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Frequently asked questions

What does idiosyncrasy mean?
a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual
What part of speech is idiosyncrasy?
Idiosyncrasy is a noun.

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