Haha I never really thought of myself as an eccentric, but now that you mention it...
Looking up the true meaning of the word, as I always knew it meant to be different or kookie, but then I came across this.
People that are considered to be eccentric show signs of these traits.
Nonconforming attitude
Idealistic
Intense curiosity
Happy obsession with a hobby or hobbies
Knew very early in his or her childhood they were different from others
Highly intelligent
Opinionated and outspoken
Unusual living or eating habits
Not interested in the opinions or company of others
Mischievous sense of humor
If that don't describe me to the "T", then I don't know what does.
I am kind of a recluse, but the friends I do have I keep close.
