Definitions
- Describing someone who has unconventional or peculiar behavior. - Referring to someone who is different from the norm or mainstream. - Talking about someone who has unique and unusual interests or hobbies.
- Describing someone or something that is unconventional or unpredictable. - Referring to something that is unusual or unexpected in a charming or endearing way. - Talking about someone or something that has a unique or peculiar personality or behavior.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something or someone that is unconventional or unusual.
- 2Both words can have a positive connotation.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a person's personality or behavior.
- 4Both words are informal and casual in tone.
- 5Both words can be used to describe a unique or peculiar interest or hobby.
What is the difference?
- 1Connotation: Eccentric can have a negative connotation, suggesting oddness or even madness, while quirky usually has a positive connotation, suggesting charm or endearment.
- 2Usage: Eccentric is more commonly used to describe people, while quirky can be used to describe both people and things.
- 3Intensity: Eccentric suggests a stronger deviation from the norm than quirky.
- 4Formality: Eccentric is more formal than quirky, which is more casual and colloquial.
Remember this!
Eccentric and quirky both describe something or someone that is unconventional or unusual, but they differ in their origin, connotation, usage, intensity, and formality. Eccentric is more formal and suggests a stronger deviation from the norm, while quirky is more casual and has a positive connotation, suggesting charm or endearment.
