Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

quirk

noun

/kwɜrk/

Definition

A peculiar or unexpected trait or characteristic of a person or thing.

Examples

Her love for collecting unusual antiques is one of her many quirks.
He had a quirky way of telling stories that always made people laugh.
Every character in the novel had their own unique quirks that made them memorable.

Meaning

A quirk is often a habit or mannerism that makes someone unique. It can refer to an unusual or distinctive feature that sets something apart from the norm.