extraordinary

[ik-strawr-dn-er-ee, ek-struh-awr-] / ɪkˈstrɔr dnˌɛr i, ˌɛk strəˈɔr- /

ADJECTIVE

strange and wonderful

Synonyms

STRONGEST

amazing bizarre curious exceptional fantastic incredible marvelous odd outstanding particular phenomenal rare remarkable singular special strange surprising terrific uncommon unheard-of unimaginable unique unprecedented unusual weird

WEAK

boss fab gnarly heavy inconceivable off beaten path out of the ordinary peculiar stupendous unfamiliar unthinkable unwonted wicked

Antonyms

STRONGEST

average bad believable common commonplace conventional expected familiar general indifferent inferior like normal ordinary plain poor regular similar standard typical unexceptional unimportant unremarkable usual worthless

WEAK

customary unextraordinary unsurprising

Example Sentences

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“Peabo’s extraordinary voice, timeless artistry, and unwavering contributions to music have touched millions around the world. We pray for God’s healing hand, renewed strength, comfort, and a full recovery.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

“A truly unique offering, this compound presents an extraordinary opportunity to own a multigenerational retreat in an idyllic setting close to Chilmark town center as well as the conveniences of West Tisbury,” the listing continues.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Markets aren’t cynical enough to jettison their bets on tech, however, and continue to ride the sector’s extraordinary gains into the start of the new month.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Sturgeon has finally given her version of this extraordinary tale, but it will not be the last time that she is pressed to tell more.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

“You will receive your official pin. And if you're lucky enough to be not just marvelous but extraordinary, you might become a champion and represent said Paragon in our next year's Marvel Combat Tournament.”

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton

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