(often approving) not following what is done or considered normal or acceptable by most people; different and interesting:
an unconventional artist / teacher * She is known for her unconventional views. * The magazine describes him as having unconventional good looks.
OPPCONVENTIONAL
unconventionality noun [U]
unconventionally adverb:
He dresses unconventionally.
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