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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
uncommon, unusual, or out of the ordinary.
Snow is exceptional in this part of California.Such musical talent as she has is exceptional.
- synonyms:
- extraordinary, notable, rare, remarkable, singular, uncommon, unusual
- antonyms:
- average, everyday, general, natural, normal, typical, unexceptional, usual, workaday
- similar words:
- anomalous, atypical, especial, extreme, great, memorable, particular, phenomenal, scarce, special, unique
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| definition 2: |
superior or excellent.
The orchestra gave an exceptional performance last night.- synonyms:
- excellent, fine, outstanding, splendid, super, superior, tremendous, wonderful
- antonyms:
- average, mediocre, ordinary, run-of-the-mill, unexceptional
- similar words:
- ace, fantastic, golden, great, memorable, out of this world, premium, quality, rare, select, star, superb, superlative, terrific, top-drawer, towering
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| related words: |
abnormal, better, choice, curious, deviate, extra, fancy, formidable, incomparable, individual, intense, irregular, nonpareil, prime, prodigious, sensational, signal, striking |
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| derivation: |
exceptionally (adv.) |
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