unconventionality
|un-con-ven-tion-al-i-ty|
/ˌʌnkənˌvɛnʃəˈnæləti/
(unconventional)
non-traditional
Etymology
'unconventionality' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'conventional,' which comes from Latin 'conventionem,' meaning 'a coming together, agreement.'
'conventionem' transformed into the Old French word 'convention,' and eventually became the modern English word 'conventional.' The prefix 'un-' was added to form 'unconventionality.'
Initially, 'conventionem' meant 'a coming together or agreement,' but over time, 'conventional' evolved to mean 'in accordance with established practices,' and 'unconventionality' as its opposite.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being unconventional; not conforming to established customs or practices.
Her unconventionality was evident in her unique fashion choices.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42
