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Definitions

unusual

[uhn-yoo-zhoo-uhl, -yoozh-wuhl] / ʌnˈyu ʒu əl, -ˈyuʒ wəl /
ADJECTIVE
different
Synonyms
STRONGEST
amazing astonishing awesome bizarre curious exceptional extraordinary incredible memorable noteworthy odd phenomenal rare remarkable significant singular special strange surprising uncommon unconventional unexpected unique weird
WEAK
abnormal atypical awe-inspiring conspicuous distinguished eminent far-out inconceivable out of the ordinary outstanding prodigious prominent refreshing something else unfamiliar unparalleled unwonted
Antonyms
STRONGEST
bad common commonplace conventional expected familiar insignificant like normal ordinary poor regular similar standard typical unexceptional unimportant unnoteworthy usual

Example Sentences

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He said that his background is unusual but perhaps not all that uncommon for an artist.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

In a highly unusual move, Vance also appeared at a rally for the prime minister, where he called for his reelection.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Tony's love of watching football at all levels means he has attended games in some unusual circumstances, including way below even non-league.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Keenan embodies the trend, though his sharp rise in the agency is particularly unusual, current and former prosecutors said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Grandma gave me a look that said How completely totally utterly unusual for you.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows