Outlandish

Adjective

Definition: Looking or sounding bizarre or unfamiliar.

Synonyms: Strange, Peculiar, Unconventional

Antonyms: Ordinary, Conventional, Familiar

Examples:

Her outlandish outfit attracted a lot of attention at the party.
The restaurant served outlandish dishes that combined unusual flavors.

Mnemonics:

Think of "outland" as a strange land or place, which is reflected in the meaning of outlandish.
"Out" suggests something outside of the usual or expected.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word originated in the mid-17th century from the combination of "outland" (meaning foreign or remote) and the suffix "-ish" (meaning having the qualities of).

Historical Usage:

Initially, the word was primarily used to describe people or things from other countries or regions that were seen as unusual or eccentric.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Outlandish behavior"

Explanation:

Referring to behavior that is unconventional, peculiar, or eccentric.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Using "outlandish" to describe something that is simply different or unconventional, without the connotation of being bizarre or unfamiliar.

Explanation:

While "outlandish" can be used to describe unconventional things, it specifically emphasizes the element of strangeness or unfamiliarity.