uncharacteristically

English

Etymology

From uncharacteristic +‎ -ally.

Pronunciation

• (General American) IPA^(key): /ʌnˌkɛɹəktəˈɹɪstɪk(ə)li/

Adverb

uncharacteristically (comparative more uncharacteristically, superlative most uncharacteristically)

1. In an uncharacteristic manner.
   • 2012 May 27, Nathan Rabin, “TV: Review: THE SIMPSONS (CLASSIC): “New Kid On The Block” (season 4, episode 8; originally aired 11/12/1992)”, in The Onion AV Club‎^[1]:

     This newfound infatuation renders Bart uncharacteristically vulnerable. He suddenly has something to care about beyond causing trouble and makes a dramatic transformation from hell-raiser to gentleman about town.