Extraordinary

adjective
/ɪkˈstrɔːr.dɪ.nər.i/

Meaning

very unusual; remarkable; going beyond what is normal or expected
Very unusual, remarkable, or exceptional.

Example Sentences

The magician's performance was extraordinary and left everyone amazed.

She showed extraordinary courage during the crisis.

Example Expressions

extraordinary measures

Synonyms

exceptional, remarkable, outstanding, incredible, amazing, phenomenal
Entry 1
exceptional, remarkable, outstanding, incredible
Entry 2
remarkable, exceptional, amazing, outstanding, phenomenal

Antonyms

ordinary, common, usual, normal
Entry 1
ordinary, common, usual, normal
Entry 2
ordinary, normal, usual

Collocations

extraordinary circumstances, extraordinary measures, extraordinary talent, extraordinary achievement, extraordinary courage
Entry 1
extraordinary circumstances, extraordinary measures, extraordinary talent
Entry 2
extraordinary achievement, extraordinary courage, extraordinary circumstances, extraordinary measures

Related Vocabularies

Serious, respectable, and unadventurous.
not regular or consistent; unpredictable in behavior or movement
Based on observation and experience rather than theory.
Likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing.
easily made to feel sick, faint, or disgusted
feeling or showing extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

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