extraordinary Definition
- 1very unusual or remarkable
- 2beyond what is usual or ordinary
- 3exceptional
Using extraordinary: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "extraordinary" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The view from the top of the mountain was extraordinary.
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She has an extraordinary talent for music.
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The company made an extraordinary effort to meet the deadline.
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The storm caused extraordinary damage to the city.
extraordinary Synonyms and Antonyms
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Idioms Using extraordinary
a situation that is normal or typical, without anything unusual or unexpected happening
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The meeting was nothing out of the ordinary, just a routine update on the project.
a person who possesses exceptional qualities or abilities
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She is an extraordinary person, with a talent for languages and a deep understanding of different cultures.
an experience that is unusual or remarkable in some way
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Visiting the Grand Canyon was an extraordinary experience that I will never forget.
Phrases with extraordinary
extraordinary circumstances
unusual or exceptional situations that require special attention or action
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Due to extraordinary circumstances, the event has been postponed.
extraordinary measures
unusual or extreme actions taken in order to achieve a particular goal or outcome
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The government has taken extraordinary measures to combat the spread of the virus.
the practice of transferring a person suspected of terrorism to a foreign country where they may be subjected to torture or other forms of ill-treatment
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The use of extraordinary rendition has been widely criticized by human rights organizations.
Origins of extraordinary
from Latin 'extraordinarius', meaning 'out of the ordinary'
Summary: extraordinary in Brief
The term 'extraordinary' [ɪkˈstrɔːd(ə)n(ə)ri] refers to something that is very unusual or remarkable, beyond what is usual or ordinary. It can describe people, talents, efforts, or situations, as in 'She has an extraordinary talent for music.' 'Extraordinary' extends into phrases like 'extraordinary circumstances,' and idioms like 'an extraordinary person,' denoting exceptional qualities. It is the opposite of 'nothing out of the ordinary,' and synonyms include 'remarkable' and 'exceptional.'
