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What is another word for Quirky? – 151 Quirky Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    eccentric unconventional offbeat unusual odd bizarre peculiar strange whimsical fantastical quirky idiosyncratic irregular abnormal atypical anomalous aberrant deviant unorthodox untraditional nonconformist bohemian hippie beatnik off-center outlandish preposterous ridiculous humorous amusing comical droll wacky zany kooky nutty flaky crackpot off-the-wall far-out freaky weird peculiar outre outré.

    Meaning of Quirky

    The primary meaning of "Quirky" is giving a sense of being unusual or unexpected in an appealing way.

    Definitions

    • Having or characterized by unusual or unexpected traits or features
    • Attractively unusual or unexpected, especially in an amusing way
    • Deviating from the norm or expected standards

    Etymology of Quirky

    The word "Quirky" originated in the mid-19th century, likely derived from the word "quirk," which means an unusual feature or habit
    Historically, "quirk" came from the Old English word "cwirc," meaning a twist or turn, and the Middle English word "quyrke," referring to a clever or cunning device

    Example Uses

    • The quirky humor of the film made it a cult classic
    • She has a quirky sense of style, often mixing patterns and colors in unexpected ways
    • The quirky design of the building set it apart from other structures in the city

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    normal ordinary conventional traditional usual expected typical standard routine mundane dull boring uninteresting predictable common familiar plain straight serious solemn somber gloomy depressing uninspiring unremarkable forgettable run-of-the-mill.

    Related Nouns

    personality trait characteristic feature habit mannerism idiosyncrasy eccentricity peculiarity abnormality anomaly irregularity deviation nonconformity unconventionality individuality uniqueness distinctiveness style flair panache charm appeal attraction fascination.

    Related Verbs

    deviate diverge differ stray wander roam meander diverge depart deflect stray veer twist turn curve bend warp distort contort change alter modify transform convert transmogrify.

    Related Adjectives

    unusual unexpected unconventional offbeat eccentric idiosyncratic irregular abnormal atypical anomalous aberrant deviant unorthodox untraditional nonconformist bohemian hippie beatnik off-center outlandish preposterous ridiculous humorous amusing comical droll wacky zany kooky.