Quirky

/ˈkwɜːrki/ adjective

Definition

Unusual or strange in an interesting or appealing way; having unexpected, eccentric qualities.

Etymology

From 'quirk', possibly from Scandinavian languages or related to 'quirkish' in Middle English. 'Quirk' originally meant a clever turn or evasion, later meaning an odd habit.

Kelly Says

Quirky used to be a slightly negative word—something quirkish was unreliable or evasive. But modern culture has completely flipped it, making 'quirky' cool and desirable in everything from fashion to personality types!

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