Peculiar Definition
peculiar
adjective
- beyond or deviating from the usual or expected; "a curious hybrid accent"; "her speech has a funny twang"; "they have some funny ideas about war"; "had an odd name"; "the peculiar aromatic odor of cloves"; "something definitely queer about this town"; "what a rum fellow"; "singular behavior"
- unique or specific to a person or thing or category; "the particular demands of the job"; "has a particular preference for Chinese art"; "a peculiar bond of sympathy between them"; "an expression peculiar to Canadians"; "rights peculiar to the rich"; "the special features of a computer"; "my own special chair"
- markedly different from the usual; "a peculiar hobby of stuffing and mounting bats"; "a man...feels it a peculiar insult to be taunted with cowardice by a woman"-Virginia Woolf
- characteristic of one only; distinctive or special; "the peculiar character of the Government of the U.S."- R.B.Taney
"Peculiar" in song lyrics
See how peculiar is used in real songs:
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"Sorry but america seems kinda peculiar"
J-Zone — Inauguration Day -
"Boat of the town, devilish grin look peculiar"
Tony Touch f/ Wu-Tang Clan — The Abduction -
"Whose conduct was very peculiar;"
— Man Of Apulia
Words that rhyme with peculiar
Usage tips for "peculiar"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "peculiar" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for peculiar to find words that pair well.