Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
peculiar
adjective
/pɪˈkjuːliər/
Definition
Something that is unusual or distinctive in some way.
Examples
- The peculiar smell in the room made her feel uneasy.
- He had a peculiar habit of talking to himself.
- That painting has a peculiar style that I find intriguing.
Meaning
When something is described as peculiar, it means it has a unique quality that sets it apart from the ordinary.
Synonyms
- strange
- unusual
- distinctive
- odd
- quirky
