Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Unconventional States

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aberrant

[Adjective]

different from the usual and accepted way

Ex: The weather patterns this year have been aberrant for this region .

aberration

[noun]

something that is different from what is expected and normal

Ex: The peaceful protest turning violent was viewed as an aberration.

anomalous

[Adjective]

not consistent with what is considered to be expected

Ex: The report contained an anomalous figure that did n't match the others .

atypical

[Adjective]

differing from what is usual, expected, or standard

Ex: His atypical behavior raised concerns among his friends .

avant-garde

[Adjective]

innovative, experimental, or unconventional in style or approach, especially in the arts

Ex: In the realm of visual art, avant-garde painters explore new forms of expression, pushing the boundaries of traditional techniques to create groundbreaking works that defy categorization.

errant

[Adjective]

deviating from proper behavior, rules, or the expected path

Ex: Scholars have debated whether Shakespeare 's attribution contained errant credit for works not actually authored by him .

heterodox

[Adjective]

diverging from established norms

Ex: Despite its heterodox nature , the new economic theory gained traction among progressive thinkers .

iconoclastic

[Adjective]

marked by rejection of traditional doctrines, norms, or power structures

Ex: A handful of iconoclastic scientists questioned the bedrock assumptions of their field .

quaint

[Adjective]

curiously distinct, unique, or unusual

Ex: The town was filled with quaint cottages, each with its own unique charm.

circuitous

[Adjective]

(of a route) longer and more indirect than the most direct course

Ex: She took a circuitous route home to avoid the busy downtown area .

labile

[Adjective]

unstable in condition

Ex: The relationship was labile, prone to sudden disagreements .

zany

[Adjective]

amusingly unconventional and eccentric in behavior or appearance

Ex: The zany professor was known for his unconventional teaching methods, using props and costumes to bring his lectures to life and engage his students' interest.

to blow hot and cold

[phrase]

to change one's opinions about something often and quickly, sometimes being enthusiastic and other times indifferent or negative

Ex: Investors often blow hot and cold, which makes the market unpredictable.

Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)

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