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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Boehringer Ingelheim, the developer of Pramipexole - the Parkinson's drug with impulsive behaviours listed as "uncommon" - said the regulator had approved its leaflets and that it was committed to improving patient safety.
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
These factors likely created opportunities for exploration and innovation that are uncommon for most cows.
From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026
It’s not uncommon that networks won’t pick up a pilot for a full-season order, even after the pilot has been completed.
From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026
He noted the amount of paint splatter on Islas was uncommon for the weapon’s marking cartridges.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026
Don’t use this word to refer to something unusual, uncommon, odd, unexpected, rare, exceptional, curious, irregular, offbeat, or surprising.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
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