idiosyncrasy
/ˌɪdiəˈsɪŋkrəsi/
CEFR level C2Topic SocietyWord #7136 in the learning path
个人特有的习惯；特性
Definitions
n. an unusual habit or feature particular to someone or something
个人特有的习惯；特性
Example
One of his idiosyncrasies is sorting socks by colour.
他的一个独特习惯是按颜色整理袜子。
Effective teachers recognise individual idiosyncrasies and adapt their methods without discouraging students from expressing their personalities.
优秀教师会认识到个体特有的习惯并调整教学方法，而不打击学生表达个性的积极性。
Collocations
- personal idiosyncrasies
- individual idiosyncrasies
- linguistic idiosyncrasies
Word family
- idiosyncratic (adj.)
- idiosyncratically (adv.)
Synonyms
- quirk
- peculiarity
Usage tip
可数名词，复数为idiosyncrasies，常指独特习惯。
FAQ
- What does idiosyncrasy mean?
- an unusual habit or feature particular to someone or something
- How is idiosyncrasy pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪdiəˈsɪŋkrəsi/, US /ˌɪdiəˈsɪŋkrəsi/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
