Peculiar
/pɪˈkjuːljər/
Peculiar means something that is strange or different in a way that catches your attention. For example, if you see a cat with two tails, that would be a peculiar sight!
Examples
- The peculiar noise coming from the attic made me curious, so I decided to investigate with my flashlight and see what was causing it.
- In science class, we learned about peculiar animals that have unique adaptations, like the axolotl, which can regrow its limbs and live underwater.
- During the book fair, I found a peculiar story about a boy who could talk to plants, and it made me think about how nature communicates with us in its own way.
Synonyms
strange
unusual
odd
different
unique
quirky
Antonyms
normal
usual
common
ordinary
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