Peculiar
Peculiar adjective - Different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion.
Usage example: a peculiar and catlike way of walking
Rum is a synonym for peculiar (British) in usual topic. In some cases you can use "Rum" instead an adjective "Peculiar". informal substitute
Nearby Words: peculiarity, peculiarly
Rum
Rum adjective - Different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion.
Usage example: she wears staid business suits, but prefers some quite rum knickers underneath
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Both words in one sentence
- J.B. Priestley's Dangerous Corner requires Stanton to say "It's very rum ..." (antiquated word for odd, strange, peculiar) while pouring drinks.
Source: Have A Gay Old Time / Theatre
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