extraordinary

ex-traor-di-nar-y · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Very unusual or remarkable; beyond what is ordinary.

  2. 2.

    Exceptionally good or impressive.

  3. 3.

    Special or additional; beyond what is scheduled.

Phrases & expressions

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    Extraordinary measures — Unusual actions taken in special circumstances.
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    Ambassador extraordinary — A diplomat of high rank.
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    Extraordinary general meeting — A special meeting outside regular schedule.

Related words

Antonyms: common, normal, ordinary, usual
See also: exceptional, ordinary, remarkable
Synonyms: exceptional, incredible, remarkable, unusual

Etymology

From Latin extraordinarius meaning "out of the common order," from extra ordinem meaning "outside the usual order."