exceptional

[ik-sep-shuh-nl] / ɪkˈsɛp ʃə nl /

ADJECTIVE

irregular

Synonyms

STRONGEST

extraordinary notable noteworthy odd phenomenal rare remarkable singular special strange uncommon unheard-of unique unprecedented unusual

WEAK

aberrant abnormal anomalous atypical deviant distinct inconsistent infrequent peculiar scarce uncustomary unimaginable unordinary unthinkable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

common commonplace familiar inconsequential insignificant like normal ordinary regular similar standard typical unexceptional unimportant unremarkable usual

WEAK

OK conventional expected general inferior mediocre unnoteworthy unprodigious

ADJECTIVE

excellent, wonderful

Synonyms

STRONGEST

extraordinary first-rate good marvelous outstanding phenomenal remarkable singular special superior

WEAK

brainy fine first-class high premium prodigious world-class

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bad common commonplace inconsiderable inferior normal ordinary poor regular unexceptional unremarkable usual

WEAK

OK conventional expected general mediocre unnoteworthy unprodigious

Example Sentences

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Tungsten has the highest melting point of any element, while graphene, a single-atom-thick sheet of carbon, is known for its exceptional strength and heat resistance.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

But parts of northern Thailand are seeing haze that even hardened locals say is exceptional.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

This tule fog upended that trend, thanks to the exceptional fall weather conditions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

World number one Aryna Sabalenka beat Coco Gauff 6-2 4-6 6-3 to retain her Miami Open title and extend her exceptional start to 2026.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

“And in exceptional cases we can make one ovary yield us over fifteen thousand adult individuals.”

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley

exceptional

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