uniquely

Thân thiện

The scientist could uniquely identify the compound's properties.

Definition

Adverb 1. In a way that is unlike anything else; being the only one of its kind: Used to describe an action or characteristic that is singular, distinctive, or without equal. 2. In a manner that serves to uniquely identify something: Used to indicate that something is the sole or decisive factor in specifying or determining something.

Usage

The adverb "uniquely" modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to emphasize the singular, unparalleled, or distinctive nature of an action, quality, or circumstance. It often precedes the word it modifies.

Examples

• The artist's style is uniquely her own; no one else paints quite like that.
• This key uniquely identifies each record in the database.
• The problem was uniquely difficult, requiring a completely novel solution.
• His perspective was uniquely suited to understanding the cultural nuances.

Advanced Usage

• "uniquely positioned": Having a singular set of advantages or circumstances that make one especially suitable for something.
  • The company is uniquely positioned to lead the market with its new technology.
• "uniquely qualified": Possessing a combination of skills or experience that is one-of-a-kind and particularly fitting.
  • She is uniquely qualified for the role due to her background in both law and medicine.

Variants and Related Words

• Unique (adjective): Being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else.
  • Each snowflake is unique.
• Uniqueness (noun): The quality of being one of a kind.
  • The uniqueness of the artifact made it priceless.

Synonyms

• Distinctively: In a way that is characteristic of one particular person or thing.
• Singularly: In a remarkable or conspicuous way; exceptionally.
• Exclusively: Solely; only.

Notes on Meaning

It is important to note that "unique" is traditionally considered an absolute term (something either is or is not the only one). Therefore, in formal writing, modifiers like "very," "quite," or "more" are often avoided with "unique." However, the adverb "uniquely" is commonly and acceptably used to intensify the degree to which something exhibits its unique qualities. The example "so as to be unique" from the reference definition illustrates this standard adverbial use.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. so as to be unique
   • he could determine uniquely the properties of the compound

Từ đồng nghĩa

• unambiguously