Definitions

unique

[yoo-neek] / yuˈnik /

ADJECTIVE

alone, singular

Synonyms

STRONGEST

different exclusive particular rare uncommon

WEAK

individual lone one one and only onliest only separate single solitary solo sui generis unexampled

Antonyms

STRONGEST

common normal ordinary regular usual

WEAK

commonplace like similar standard trite

ADJECTIVE

one-of-a-kind; without equal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

exceptional extraordinary rare singular special strange uncommon unparalleled unprecedented weird

WEAK

anomalous best far-out incomparable inimitable matchless most nonpareil novel only peerless primo something else standout unequaled unexampled unimaginable unmatched unparagoned unreal unrivaled utmost

Antonyms

STRONGEST

common commonplace familiar inferior normal ordinary regular unexceptional usual

WEAK

like similar standard trite

Example Sentences

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Energy’s unique trading patterns are one reason why he tells diversified investors to never be underweight energy stocks.

From Barron's

It had so many unique specialty items and things I’d collected over the years.

From The Wall Street Journal

England's struggles against spin are not unique to this latest side.

From BBC

"It tells us that the ingredients for life's chemistry are not unique to our own."

From Science Daily

It also points toward future treatments that could be tailored to each person's unique biology.

From Science Daily