mildly eccentric
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Describes eccentricity that is not extreme or severe.
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- My art teacher is mildly eccentric, always wearing mismatched socks.
- The famous author was known for his mildly eccentric habits, such as writing only in green ink.
- He has a mildly eccentric way of speaking, often pausing at unusual moments.
- Some might find her collection of garden gnomes mildly eccentric, but I think it's charming.
- As he grew older, he became mildly eccentric, preferring the company of his cats to people.
- The cottage's decor was mildly eccentric, with vintage teacups hanging from the ceiling.
- Compared to his wildly flamboyant brother, John was just mildly eccentric.
- Don't you think it's mildly eccentric to name all your houseplants?
- Her friends described her as mildly eccentric but brilliant.
- I worry that if I live alone for too long, I might become mildly eccentric myself.