be uncharacteristic

Frequency: 8.015.2 per million words

Used to state that a behavior or quality is not typical for someone or something.

uncharacteristicVERBS + uncharacteristic

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Examples (10)

  • His silence was uncharacteristic for such a usually talkative person.
  • It would be uncharacteristic of her to forget an important appointment.
  • Her sudden burst of anger was completely uncharacteristic of her calm nature.
  • This aggressive behavior is quite uncharacteristic of the team.
  • Such generosity is rather uncharacteristic of him, but welcome.
  • For the usually punctual professor, arriving late was certainly uncharacteristic.
  • The decision might be uncharacteristic of the board, but it makes sense.
  • I hope this rude comment is uncharacteristic of his true personality.
  • He remarked that her quiet mood was very uncharacteristic.
  • To resign without a word would be totally uncharacteristic of her.