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Meaning of oddball
A person whose behavior or appearance is unusual or unconventional.
Etymology of oddball
The word "oddball" originated in the mid-19th century in the United States, where it was initially used to describe a ball that was not spherical in shape, and later came to be used to describe people who were considered unusual or unconventional
The term gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the context of American sports and culture
Synonyms
eccentric
oddity
weirdo
character
misfit
nonconformist
rebel
outsider
maverick
individualist
loner
bohemian
free spirit
unconventional
unorthodox
quirky
offbeat
peculiar
strange
bizarre
freak
anomaly
aberration
deviant
outcast
eccentricity
odd fellow
curious
unusual
atypical
irregular
singular
peculiar person
enigma
mystery
weird person
strange person
odd person
quirky person
offbeat person
unconventional person
Definitions
- A person or thing that is unusual or unconventional, especially in an appealing way
- A person who does not conform to the norms or expectations of a particular group
Usage Examples
- The artist was known for being an oddball, always wearing outrageous outfits to her exhibitions
- The new employee was a bit of an oddball, but his quirky sense of humor quickly won over his colleagues
- The town was full of oddballs, each with their own unique story and style
Antonyms
normal
ordinary
typical
conventional
usual
regular
standard
routine
familiar
expected
anticipated
foreseeable
predictable
traditional
conservative
conformist
mainstream
average
median
middle-of-the-road
unremarkable
unexceptional
mundane
banal
ordinary person
normal person
average person
typical person