Idiosyncrasy
[ih-dee-oh-SIN-cruh-see]
Hint 1.
The Greek root ideo- (“one’s own”) is similar in meaning to peculiar (“particular, odd, unusual”).
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“Arnold’s friends never thought his idiosyncrasy would lead to the creation of a popular drink.”
What is the best definition of idiosyncrasy?
A.
An unintelligent way of doing something
B.
An unusual peculiarity or habit
C.
An uncommon psychological condition
D.
A common or popular mode of behavior
Hint 1.
The Greek root ideo- (“one’s own”) is similar in meaning to peculiar (“particular, odd, unusual”).
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“Arnold’s friends never thought his idiosyncrasy would lead to the creation of a popular drink.”
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