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uniqueadjective
Being the only one of its kind; unequaled, unparalleled or unmatched.
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uniqueadjective
Of a feature, such that only one holder has it.
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uniqueadjective
(disputed) Of a rare quality.
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uniqueadjective
(disputed) Unusual.
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sui generis, singular, one of a kind
English Synonyms and AntonymsRate these synonyms:1.0 / 2 votes
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unique
Odd is unmated, as an odd shoe, and so uneven, as an odd number. Singular is alone of its kind; as, the singular number. What is singular is odd, but what is odd may not be singular; as, a drawerful of odd gloves. A strange thing is something hitherto unknown in fact or in cause. A singular coincidence is one the happening of which is unusual; a strange coincidence is one the cause of which is hard to explain. That which is peculiar belongs especially to a person as his own; as, Israel was called Jehovah’s «peculiar people,» i. e., especially chosen and cherished by him; in its ordinary use there is the implication that the thing peculiar to one is not common to the majority nor quite approved by them, though it may be shared by many; as, the Shakers are peculiar. Eccentric is off or aside from the center, and so off or aside from the ordinary and what is considered the normal course; as, genius is commonly eccentric. Eccentric is a higher and more respectful word than odd or queer. Erratic signifies wandering, a stronger and more censorious term than eccentric. Queer is transverse or oblique, aside from the common in a way that is comical or perhaps slightly ridiculous. Quaint denotes that which is pleasingly odd and fanciful, often with something of the antique; as, the quaint architecture of medieval towns. That which is funny is calculated to provoke laughter; that which is droll is more quietly amusing. That which is grotesque in the material sense is irregular or misshapen in form or outline or ill-proportioned so as to be somewhat ridiculous; the French bizarre is practically equivalent to grotesque.
Antonyms:
common, customary, familiar, natural, normal, ordinary, regular, usualSynonyms:
anomalous, bizarre, comical, crotchety, curious, droll, eccentric, erratic, extraordinary, fantastic, funny, grotesque, laughable, ludicrous, odd, peculiar, preposterous, quaint, queer, ridiculous, singular, strange, uncommon, unmatched, unusual, whimsical
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alone(p), unique, unequaled, unequalled, unparalleledadjective
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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unique(p)adjective
(followed by `to’) applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality
«a species unique to Australia»
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singular, uniqueadjective
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»
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nonspecific, multiple, usual, general, comparableSynonyms:
curious, unequalled, singular, rum, odd, funny, unparalleled, rummy, remarkable, alone(p), unequaled, unique(p), peculiar -
uniqueadjective
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»
Antonyms:
nonspecific, multiple, general, usual, comparableSynonyms:
singular, unparalleled, alone(p), unique(p), unequalled, unequaled
How to use unique in a sentence?
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Tim Michetti:
The unique blend of material is consistent with multiple interdictions over the years that have been definitively linked back to Iran, co-mingled with items identical to those recovered from Iran-aligned groups in the region.
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Brann Dailor:
Our band has outlast multiple marriages… We found one another. I felt this very unique chemistry that had potential to be a cool band and we all shared that same idea…There have been so many moments sprinkled over time where it’s these incredible moments. We have been fortunate to have all these really cool opportunities… pushing forward to the next new thing and challenge, which is this tour coming up and things like that…that is what we are mainly thinking about not past achievements but future endeavors.
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Antje Boetius:
This is a unique ecosystem. We have never seen anything like it before in the high Central Arctic.
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Cameron Smith:
I feel as though the atmosphere around there was obviously down this year, it’s such a unique place in that you can hear everything that’s going on throughout the whole course. I think if we get a few out there, it will definitely make a difference.
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Chuck Baker:
The pandemic is sort of a unique situation, but in a sense it’s what people have been warning about.
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How is the word unique distinct from other similar adjectives?
Some common synonyms of unique are eccentric, erratic, odd, outlandish, peculiar, quaint, singular, and strange. While all these words mean «departing from what is ordinary, usual, or to be expected,» unique implies singularity and the fact of being without a known parallel.
a career unique in the annals of science
When would eccentric be a good substitute for unique?
While in some cases nearly identical to unique, eccentric suggests a wide divergence from the usual or normal especially in behavior.
the eccentric eating habits of preschoolers
When can erratic be used instead of unique?
The meanings of erratic and unique largely overlap; however, erratic stresses a capricious and unpredictable wandering or deviating.
a friend’s suddenly erratic behavior
Where would odd be a reasonable alternative to unique?
The words odd and unique are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, odd applies to a departure from the regular or expected.
When is it sensible to use outlandish instead of unique?
In some situations, the words outlandish and unique are roughly equivalent. However, outlandish applies to what is uncouth, bizarre, or barbaric.
outlandish fashions of the time
When could peculiar be used to replace unique?
The synonyms peculiar and unique are sometimes interchangeable, but peculiar implies a marked distinctiveness.
the peculiar status of America’s first lady
When might quaint be a better fit than unique?
Although the words quaint and unique have much in common, quaint suggests an old-fashioned but pleasant oddness.
When is singular a more appropriate choice than unique?
The words singular and unique can be used in similar contexts, but singular suggests individuality or puzzling strangeness.
a singular feeling of impending disaster
In what contexts can strange take the place of unique?
While the synonyms strange and unique are close in meaning, strange stresses unfamiliarity and may apply to the foreign, the unnatural, the unaccountable.
a journey filled with strange sights
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- different
- exclusive
- particular
- rare
- uncommon
- individual
- lone
- one
- one and only
- onliest
- only
- separate
- single
- solitary
- solo
- sui generis
- unexampled
- exceptional
- extraordinary
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- singular
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- strange
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- unparalleled
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- weird
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- best
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- something else
- standout
- unequaled
- unexampled
- unimaginable
- unmatched
- unparagoned
- unreal
- unrivaled
- utmost
On this page you’ll find 151 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to unique, such as: different, exclusive, particular, rare, uncommon, and individual.
- common
- commonplace
- familiar
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- regular
- unexceptional
- usual
- like
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- trite
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The order of meals at Lane End was somewhat peculiar even then, and would now be almost unique.
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WORDS RELATED TO UNIQUE
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