Learn how to use the comparative “more exceptional” and superlative “most exceptional” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “exceptional”?

The comparative form of “exceptional” is “more exceptional”.

Example

Her performance in the play was more exceptional than anyone else's.

Example

The second season of the show is more exceptional than the first.

What is the superlative form of “exceptional”?

The superlative form of “exceptional” is “most exceptional”.

Example

Out of all the candidates, she gave the most exceptional interview.

Example

The concert last night was the most exceptional performance I've ever seen.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "exceptional" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more exceptional" and "most exceptional" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of extraordinariness.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Exceptional" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more exceptional”

Used to describe something that is more remarkable or impressive.

Example

The view from the top of the mountain is more extraordinary than words can describe.

Used to indicate that something is more notable or worthy of attention.

Example

His achievements are more remarkable than anyone else's in the field.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most exceptional”

Used to describe something that is the most remarkable or impressive.

Example

The fireworks display was the most extraordinary I've ever witnessed.

Used to indicate that something is the most notable or worthy of attention.

Example

Her talent is the most remarkable I've come across in a long time.

Using than with comparative “more exceptional”

When using the comparative form "more exceptional" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Her performance in the play was more exceptional than anyone else's." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of extraordinariness in her performance is higher than the level of extraordinariness in anyone else's performance.

How can I use this expression in context?

“more exceptional” and “most exceptional” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Achievements

    His academic accomplishments are more exceptional than his peers'.

    His academic accomplishments are more exceptional than his peers'.

  • 2Talent

    Her singing voice is the most exceptional I've ever heard.

    Her singing voice is the most exceptional I've ever heard.

  • 3Quality

    The service at that restaurant is more exceptional than at any other place.

    The service at that restaurant is more exceptional than at any other place.

  • 4Products

    The new smartphone has the most exceptional features.

    The new smartphone has the most exceptional features.

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