extraordinary
/iks'trɔ:dnri/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Far beyond what is usual, ordinary, or common; exceptional in amount, degree, or nature: Describes something that is remarkably different, unusual, or outstanding.
- (Of an official) Appointed for a special purpose or function in addition to the regular diplomatic staff: Used in formal titles to denote a special, often temporary, diplomatic role.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective (Exceptional):
- She showed extraordinary courage during the crisis.
- The scientist made an extraordinary discovery.
- We experienced extraordinary weather last summer.
- Adjective (Official Role):
- He was appointed ambassador extraordinary to negotiate the treaty.
Advanced Usage
- "extraordinary to": Used to express that something is remarkable or surprising to the observer.
- It was extraordinary to see such a rare bird in the city.
- In formal/legal contexts: Used to describe special sessions or measures.
- The council called an extraordinary meeting to address the emergency.
Variants and Related Words
- Extraordinarily (adverb): To an extraordinary degree; very.
- The team worked extraordinarily hard.
- Extraordinariness (noun): The quality of being extraordinary. (Less common)
Synonyms
- Exceptional: Unusually good; standing out.
- Remarkable: Worthy of attention; striking.
- Phenomenal: Very remarkable; extraordinary.
- Unusual: Not habitually or commonly occurring or done.
Antonyms
- Ordinary: With no special or distinctive features; normal.
- Common: Occurring, found, or done often; prevalent.
- Usual: Habitually or typically occurring or done.
- Average: Typical or normal in amount, degree, or value.
Related Phrases
- Extraordinary rendition: The transfer of a prisoner to another country for interrogation, often associated with circumventing legal protections. (A specialized legal/political term)
- Extraordinary general meeting (EGM): A meeting of shareholders or members called outside the usual annual cycle to address urgent matters. (A formal business term)
Adjective
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(of an official) serving an unusual or special function in addition to those of the regular officials
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an ambassador extraordinary
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far more than usual or expected
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an extraordinary desire for approval
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it was an over-the-top experience
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beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable
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extraordinary authority
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an extraordinary achievement
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her extraordinary beauty
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enjoyed extraordinary popularity
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an extraordinary capacity for work
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an extraordinary session of the legislature
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