He looked so comical holding his paws up peculiarly.
Source: tatoeba (8310276)
Peculiarly
/pɪˈkjuljɚli/
Synonyms for "peculiarly" (107 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (22)
Strong matches (32)
eminentlyemphaticallyespeciallyevenever soexceptionallyexquisitelyextraordinarilyexuberantlyfamouslyfancifullyfantasticallyfirst of allfor the most partgenerouslyglaringlygrotesquelyimpressivelyin chiefin the main
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Adverb(4 words)
Related words (53)
Noun(1 words)
most odd
Adverb(3 words)
Adjective(1 words)
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: a fortiori, above all, abundantly, acutely, all the more.
- Sentence evidence is available for peculiarly, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from moby, derived_reverse, opengloss, wordnet, and related lexical sources.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "peculiarly".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "peculiarly"
Keep "peculiarly" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "peculiarly" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "peculiarly", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "peculiarly" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
4 entriesCollocations
6 entriespeculiarly evidentpeculiarly locatedpeculiarly quietpeculiarly shapedpeculiarly similarpeculiarly tailored
Derivations
1 entriesTranslations
5 translations across 2 languages.
Esperanto
1 entries- strange adv (Such as to be strange or odd)
Polish
4 entries- dziwnie adv (Such as to be strange or odd)
- osobliwie adv (Such as to be strange or odd)
- specyficznie adv (Such as to be greater than usual)
- szczególnie adv (Such as to be greater than usual)
Sample sentences
23 total sentences available.
The openness and accessibility of the Japanese house are a distinguishing feature of Japan; and no foreigner visits that country without bringing away delightful memories of the peculiarly characteristic dwellings of the Japanese.
Source: tatoeba (10578100)
Sir, you will forgive me for remarking that you are suffering from a severe attack of acne rosacea, which makes you a peculiarly unpleasant object.
Source: tatoeba (10960044)
The rocks were very peculiarly placed.
Source: tatoeba (11233736)
Showing 4 of 23 available sentences.
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "peculiarly"?
Closest matches include a fortiori, above all, abundantly, acutely, all the more.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "peculiarly"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.