The Opposite(Antonym) of “ordinary”
The antonyms of ordinary are extraordinary, unusual, and exceptional. These words describe things that are not common or average.
Explore all Antonyms of “ordinary”
Definitions and Examples of extraordinary, unusual, exceptional
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Very unusual or remarkable; beyond what is usual or ordinary.
Example
The magician's extraordinary tricks left the audience in awe.
Not commonly seen, heard, or experienced; rare or uncommon.
Example
The snowfall in the desert was an unusual event.
Unusually good or outstanding; surpassing what is common or expected.
Example
The athlete's exceptional performance earned him a gold medal.
Key Differences: extraordinary vs unusual vs exceptional
- 1Extraordinary implies something that is beyond what is usual or ordinary, while unusual refers to something that is not commonly seen or experienced.
- 2Exceptional describes something that is unusually good or outstanding, while extraordinary and unusual do not necessarily imply goodness or quality.
Effective Usage of extraordinary, unusual, exceptional
- 1Describing People: Use exceptional to describe someone who is very talented or skilled.
- 2Expressing Amazement: Use extraordinary to express amazement or surprise.
- 3Highlighting Uniqueness: Use unusual to highlight something that is rare or uncommon.
Remember this!
The antonyms of ordinary are extraordinary, unusual, and exceptional. These words describe things that are not common or average. Use extraordinary to express amazement, unusual to highlight uniqueness, and exceptional to describe someone who is very talented or skilled.
