Fill in the blank with the correctly spelt word.
The patient's _______ behavior indicated a severe disorder of thought processes.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Correct Answer: idiosyncratic
Explanation
• The correctly spelt word is idiosyncratic, which means distinctive, eccentric, or peculiar to an individual.
• Root Breakdown: It comes from Greek roots: idio- (personal/one's own) + syn- (together) + krasis (mixture) + -ic (adjective suffix).
• Common Error: Candidates often mistakenly spell it with ideo- (confusing it with 'idea/ideology') or end it with -crasic.
Example: His idiosyncratic sense of humour was not appreciated by everyone.