Eccentricity
noun
The quality of being strange or unusual in behavior.
His eccentricity is what makes him so unique
Often appears as...
- dazzling eccentricity
- eccentricity and style
noun
In mathematics and physics, a measure of how much a conic (like a circle or ellipse) differs from being circular.
The eccentricity of an ellipse is a measure of how 'elongated' it is in comparison to a circle
Often appears as...
- eccentricity of an ellipse
- orbital eccentricity
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Technical
noun
In astronomy, a factor that describes the shape of an orbit.
The eccentricity of a planet's orbit influences its climate over time
Often appears as...
- orbital eccentricity
- calculate the eccentricity
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Technical
noun
The quality of being strange or unusual in behavior.
His eccentricity is what makes him so unique
Often appears as...
- dazzling eccentricity
- eccentricity and style
noun
In mathematics and physics, a measure of how much a conic (like a circle or ellipse) differs from being circular.
The eccentricity of an ellipse is a measure of how 'elongated' it is in comparison to a circle
Often appears as...
- eccentricity of an ellipse
- orbital eccentricity
Usage tips
Technical
noun
In astronomy, a factor that describes the shape of an orbit.
The eccentricity of a planet's orbit influences its climate over time
Often appears as...
- orbital eccentricity
- calculate the eccentricity
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Personality Trait
Refers to a person's distinctive or unusual trait that makes them stand out.
His eccentricity was his habit of wearing a hat to bed.
Pro Tip 2/3Often Positive
Though it might sound negative, 'eccentricity' often suggests uniqueness in a charming way.
People admired her eccentricity, like talking to plants as if they were children.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Social Norm
Eccentricity indicates behavior that differs from social norms but isn't necessarily harmful.
He celebrated his birthday in eccentricity, with a midnight swim in the lake.
Pro Tip 1/3Personality Trait
Refers to a person's distinctive or unusual trait that makes them stand out.
His eccentricity was his habit of wearing a hat to bed.
Pro Tip 2/3Often Positive
Though it might sound negative, 'eccentricity' often suggests uniqueness in a charming way.
People admired her eccentricity, like talking to plants as if they were children.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Social Norm
Eccentricity indicates behavior that differs from social norms but isn't necessarily harmful.
He celebrated his birthday in eccentricity, with a midnight swim in the lake.
Pro Tip 1/3Personality Trait
Refers to a person's distinctive or unusual trait that makes them stand out.
His eccentricity was his habit of wearing a hat to bed.
Pro Tip 2/3Often Positive
Though it might sound negative, 'eccentricity' often suggests uniqueness in a charming way.
People admired her eccentricity, like talking to plants as if they were children.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Social Norm
Eccentricity indicates behavior that differs from social norms but isn't necessarily harmful.
He celebrated his birthday in eccentricity, with a midnight swim in the lake.
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The Sun’s surprising...
throughout the year. But why is it a figure eight and not just a straight line? This is due to another feature of the Earth's revolution, its orbital eccentricity. The Earth's orbit around the Sun is an ellipse, with its distance to the Sun changing at various points.
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Say your truths and seek...
that make us want to hide our soulful eccentricities and authenticity. We've all done this. Everyone in this room is a former baby -- with a distinctive birthright.
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The Sun’s surprising...
throughout the year. But why is it a figure eight and not just a straight line? This is due to another feature of the Earth's revolution, its orbital eccentricity. The Earth's orbit around the Sun is an ellipse, with its distance to the Sun changing at various points.
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Say your truths and seek...
that make us want to hide our soulful eccentricities and authenticity. We've all done this. Everyone in this room is a former baby -- with a distinctive birthright.
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Denis O'Hare
American Actor
Probably I have more phobias, fear and eccentricities than I would care to admit. I don't think I'm in danger of losing my mind, but I do often question my own behavior. I have a very bad temper, and it's not always healthy for me and for others. I make my way in the world more difficult, and I could do with a little more yoga.
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Radha Ravi
Indian Actress
When a director narrates a character, I find it normal to ask questions about the character's background, mood swings, eccentricities, behaviour... I do this to make my performance relatable. Directors who don't know their characters well find it difficult to answer these questions and, hence, find me annoying.
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John Stuart Mill
English Philosopher
The amount of eccentricity in a society has generally been proportional to the amount of genius, mental vigor, and moral courage it contained. That so few now dare to be eccentric marks the chief danger of the time.
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Alice McDermott
American Writer
I am trying to cultivate the notion that constantly misplacing one's cell phone is a charming eccentricity... my children aren't buying it.
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George Santayana
Spanish Philosopher
Graphic design is the paradise of individuality, eccentricity, heresy, abnormality, hobbies and humors.
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Stefano Gabbana
Italian Designer
I adore Britain! It's my favourite country; I love their eccentricity. I find Britain so inspiring.
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Robert Frost
American Poet
A civilized society is one which tolerates eccentricity to the point of doubtful sanity.
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Carlene Carter
American Musician
Eccentricity has never been discouraged in our family.
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David Bowie
English Musician
I find only freedom in the realms of eccentricity.
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Jean Paul Gaultier
French Designer
My eccentricity became direction.
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Denis O'Hare
American Actor
Probably I have more phobias, fear and eccentricities than I would care to admit. I don't think I'm in danger of losing my mind, but I do often question my own behavior. I have a very bad temper, and it's not always healthy for me and for others. I make my way in the world more difficult, and I could do with a little more yoga.
Quote examples
Radha Ravi
Indian Actress
When a director narrates a character, I find it normal to ask questions about the character's background, mood swings, eccentricities, behaviour... I do this to make my performance relatable. Directors who don't know their characters well find it difficult to answer these questions and, hence, find me annoying.
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John Stuart Mill
English Philosopher
The amount of eccentricity in a society has generally been proportional to the amount of genius, mental vigor, and moral courage it contained. That so few now dare to be eccentric marks the chief danger of the time.
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Alice McDermott
American Writer
I am trying to cultivate the notion that constantly misplacing one's cell phone is a charming eccentricity... my children aren't buying it.
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George Santayana
Spanish Philosopher
Graphic design is the paradise of individuality, eccentricity, heresy, abnormality, hobbies and humors.
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Stefano Gabbana
Italian Designer
I adore Britain! It's my favourite country; I love their eccentricity. I find Britain so inspiring.
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Robert Frost
American Poet
A civilized society is one which tolerates eccentricity to the point of doubtful sanity.
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Carlene Carter
American Musician
Eccentricity has never been discouraged in our family.
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David Bowie
English Musician
I find only freedom in the realms of eccentricity.
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Jean Paul Gaultier
French Designer
My eccentricity became direction.
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