Definition of Offbeat

1. Noun. An unaccented beat (especially the last beat of a measure).

Exact synonyms: Upbeat
Generic synonyms: Beat, Musical Rhythm, Rhythm

2. Adjective. Informal terms; strikingly unconventional.
Exact synonyms: Far-out, Kinky, Quirky, Way-out
Similar to: Unconventional
Derivative terms: Kink, Quirk, Quirkiness

Definition of Offbeat

1. Noun. (music) The beats not normally accented in a measure. ¹

2. Noun. (slang) An unconventional person, someone who does not follow the beat, who chooses not to conform. ¹

3. Adjective. Unusual, unconventional, not ordinary. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Offbeat

1. an unaccented beat in a musical measure [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Offbeat

off the table
off the top of one's head
off the wagon
off the wall
off vocal
off white
off worlder
off worlders
off year
off your guard
offa
offal
offals
offbase
offbear
offbeat (current term)
offbeats
offboard
offcap
offcast
offcasts
offcome
offcomer
offcut
offcuts
offed
offence
offenceless
offences
offencive

Literary usage of Offbeat

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Power Media Bluebook W/ Talk Show Guest Directory by Mitchell Davis (2005)
"Interests: offbeat entertainment and pop culture news. News that either makes your mouth drop or raises your eyebrow. ..."

2. The Ten Books on Architecture by Vitruvius Pollio (1914)
"For while all bodies are composed of the four elements (in Greek oroi^eta), that is, offbeat, moisture, the earthy, and air, yet there are mixtures ..."

3. Adventure Guide to Trinidad & Tobago by Kathleen O'Donnell, S Harry Pefkaros (2000)
"Good For: Anyone wanting to avoid tried-and-true resort-style pampering, but still seeking the perfect getaway. Comment: Very stylishly offbeat. ..."

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