uncommon
Americanadjective
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not common; unusual; rare.
an uncommon word.
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unusual in amount or degree; above the ordinary.
an uncommon amount of mail.
- Synonyms:
- extraordinary
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exceptional; remarkable.
- Synonyms:
- outstanding
adjective
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outside or beyond normal experience, conditions, etc; unusual
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in excess of what is normal
an uncommon liking for honey
adverb
Other Word Forms
- uncommonness noun
Etymology
Origin of uncommon
Example Sentences
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Turbulence is not uncommon during flights, and while cases of strong or severe turbulence seem to be rising, they are still very rare.
From BBC
He noted the amount of paint splatter on Islas was uncommon for the weapon’s marking cartridges.
From Los Angeles Times
By combining detailed physical modeling with time-based simulation, the researchers achieved something uncommon.
From Science Daily
That image of Guardiola, head in hands on the touchline or wearing a concerned look and throwing arms in the air in frustration, is not an uncommon sight.
From BBC
It is not uncommon for Lebanese political parties and religious institutions to sponsor ambulance and healthcare associations.
From Barron's
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