Definitions
- Describing something that is uncommon or rare. - Referring to someone who has exceptional abilities or skills. - Talking about a situation or circumstance that is out of the ordinary.
- Describing something that is beyond what is usual or expected. - Referring to an event or occurrence that is remarkable or unusual. - Talking about someone who possesses extraordinary qualities or abilities.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is beyond the norm or usual.
- 2Both words can be used to describe people with exceptional or remarkable qualities.
- 3Both words can be used to describe events or situations that are out of the ordinary.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Extraordinary implies a higher degree of exceptionalism than exceptional.
- 2Frequency: Exceptional can be used to describe something that is rare or uncommon, while extraordinary can be used to describe something that is completely outside the norm.
- 3Connotation: Exceptional has a more positive connotation, while extraordinary can have a neutral or negative connotation depending on the context.
- 4Usage: Exceptional is more commonly used in everyday language, while extraordinary is often reserved for more formal or dramatic contexts.
Remember this!
Exceptional and extraordinary are synonyms that describe something that is beyond the norm or usual. However, extraordinary implies a higher degree of exceptionalism than exceptional, and exceptional can be used to describe something that is rare or uncommon, while extraordinary can be used to describe something that is completely outside the norm. Additionally, exceptional has a more positive connotation and is more commonly used in everyday language, while extraordinary is often reserved for more formal or dramatic contexts.
