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Synonyms of peculiar

5 similar words · 6 opposite words

Another word for peculiar is unusual. Other synonyms of peculiar are odd and strange. The opposite of peculiar is common.

Synonyms and similar words for peculiar

adjectiveOut of the ordinary; odd; strange; unusual.

adjectiveCommon or usual for a certain place or circumstance; specific or particular.

Opposite of peculiar

adjectiveOut of the ordinary; odd; strange; unusual.

  • commonMutual; shared by more than one.
  • mediocreNot excellent or outstanding, usually disappointingly so.
  • ordinary
  • usualMost commonly occurring; typical.

adjectiveCommon or usual for a certain place or circumstance; specific or particular.

  • generalIncluding or involving every part or member of a given or implied entity, whole, etc.; common to all, universal.
  • universal

Meaning of peculiar

  1. adjective Out of the ordinary; odd; strange; unusual.
  2. adjective Common or usual for a certain place or circumstance; specific or particular.
  3. adjective One's own; belonging solely or especially to an individual; not shared or possessed by others.

Full definition of peculiar

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Questions about synonyms of peculiar

What is another word for peculiar?
Peculiar has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as unusual, odd and strange.
What is the opposite of peculiar?
The opposite of peculiar is common. Other antonyms of peculiar are general, mediocre and usual.
What does peculiar mean?
Peculiar means out of the ordinary; odd; strange; unusual.

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