unwonted

adjective
/ʌnˈwəʊntɪd/

Meaning

Unusual, uncommon, or out of the ordinary.

Example Sentences

She spoke with an unwonted gentleness that surprised everyone.

Synonyms

unusual, uncommon, rare, abnormal, extraordinary

Antonyms

usual, common, normal

Collocations

unwonted kindness, unwonted silence, unwonted energy

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Conforming to a general rule or accepted standard; officially recognized.
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