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What is another word for Uncommon? – 151 Uncommon Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    rare unusual uncommon unique exceptional extraordinary remarkable outstanding singular unusual scarce infrequent sporadic occasional irregular anomalous aberrant peculiar odd quirky offbeat eccentric unconventional unorthodox atypical unusual unfamiliar unaccustomed unexpected surprising astonishing astounding breathtaking extraordinary exceptional remarkable notable noteworthy striking impressive singular memorable

    Meaning of Uncommon

    The primary meaning of the word "uncommon" is something that does not happen or is not found often.

    Definitions

    • Not found or happening often, unusual or rare
    • * Not usual or expected, surprising or unusual

    Etymology of Uncommon

    The word "uncommon" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, with "un-" meaning "not" and "common" meaning "shared by all", the word has evolved over time to convey a sense of rarity or unusualness.

    Example Uses

    • The hotel room had an uncommon view of the city skyline.
    • * It's uncommon for someone to win the lottery twice.
    • * The artist's use of color was uncommon and striking.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    common ordinary usual familiar frequent regular normal typical expected predictable customary traditional conventional standard routine mundane everyday ordinary usual habitual accustomed usual normal average medium moderate

    Related Nouns

    rarity anomaly exception aberration peculiarity oddity quirk eccentricity uniqueness individuality distinctiveness characteristic trait feature attribute property quality aspect facet rarity scarcity infrequency unusualness strangeness weirdness oddness

    Related Verbs

    differ deviate diverge diverge stray wander vary fluctuate modify alter change transform convert mutate metamorphose transmogrify disguise camouflage conceal hide obscure reveal expose disclose uncover

    Related Adjectives

    unusual rare unique exceptional extraordinary remarkable outstanding singular unusual scarce infrequent sporadic occasional irregular anomalous aberrant peculiar odd quirky offbeat eccentric unconventional unorthodox atypical unusual unfamiliar unaccustomed unexpected surprising astonishing astounding breathtaking