UNIQUE

/ju:'ni:k/
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Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else: "unique" describes something that is singular, one-of-a-kind, or without an equal.
    • Particularly remarkable, special, or unusual: "unique" can also describe something that is extraordinary or distinctive in a notable way.
    • (Often followed by 'to') Restricted to; existing only in a specific place, situation, or category: This usage indicates exclusivity to a particular context.
Usage Examples
  • Adjective:
    • The artist has a unique style that is instantly recognizable.
    • This manuscript is unique; no other copies are known to exist.
    • The problem has a unique solution that we must find.
    • The koala is an animal unique to Australia.
Advanced Usage
  • "unique to": Applying or belonging exclusively to a specified thing.
    • This custom is unique to the island's indigenous population.
  • "absolutely unique" / "truly unique": Used for emphasis, though purists argue "unique" is an absolute term that cannot be modified. In common usage, these phrases stress exceptional distinctiveness.
    • The geological formation is truly unique.
  • "in a unique position": Having an opportunity or perspective that no one else has.
    • Our company is in a unique position to bridge these two markets.
Variants and Related Words
  • Uniquely (adverb): In a way that is unlike anything else.
    • She is uniquely qualified for this role.
  • Uniqueness (noun): The quality of being one of a kind.
    • The uniqueness of her voice made her a star.
Synonyms
  • Singular: Being the only one of its kind.
  • Unequaled: Better than any other.
  • Unparalleled: Having no parallel or equal.
  • Distinctive: Characteristic of one person or thing, serving to distinguish it.
Antonyms
  • Common: Occurring, found, or done often.
  • Ordinary: With no special or distinctive features.
  • Usual: Habitually or typically occurring or done.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • In a class of its own: So good that it is considered separately from other things of its type.
    • As a strategist, she is in a class of her own.
  • One of a kind: The only one like it.
    • This vintage car is truly one of a kind.
Adjective
  1. highly unusual or rare but not the single instance
    • spoke with a unique accent
    • had unique ability in raising funds
    • a frankness unique in literature
    • a unique dining experience
  2. the single one of its kind
    • a singular example
    • the unique existing example of Donne's handwriting
    • a unique copy of an ancient manuscript
    • certain types of problems have unique solutions
  3. (followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality
    • a species unique to Australia
  4. radically distinctive and without equal
    • he is alone in the field of microbiology
    • this theory is altogether alone in its penetration of the problem
    • Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint
    • craftsmen whose skill is unequaled
    • unparalleled athletic ability
    • a breakdown of law unparalleled in our history

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