1. Plural of eccentricity; unusual or odd characteristics, behaviors, or qualities that make someone or something different from what is normal or expected.
Usage: Commonly used in informal contexts to describe quirky or unconventional traits; Often applied to people's personalities or habits
2. In mathematics and astronomy, plural of eccentricity; the degree to which an orbit or curve deviates from being circular or regular.
Usage: technical; used in scientific and mathematical contexts

Examples

• Her eccentricities included collecting vintage teacups and talking to her plants.
• The artist's eccentricities made him famous—he painted only on Tuesdays and wore mismatched socks.
• Despite his eccentricities, he was a brilliant mathematician.
• The professor tolerated his students' minor eccentricities as long as they completed their work.
• The planet's orbital eccentricities were calculated by the astronomers.
• She embraced her eccentricities rather than trying to fit in with the crowd.
• His eccentricities became more pronounced as he grew older.