Uncommon (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind; "what is so rare as a day in June"-J.R.Lowell; "a rare skill"; "an uncommon sense of humor"; "she was kind to an uncommon degree".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The chef's uncommon talent for combining flavors had earned him a Michelin star.
- Her uncommon beauty was often mentioned in gossip columns and social media.
- The novel's uncommon narrative structure had captivated readers and critics alike.
- An uncommon degree of intelligence and wit was required to solve the complex puzzle.
- The artist's uncommon ability to capture light and shadow on canvas was breathtaking.
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Meaning 2
Not common or ordinarily encountered; unusually great in amount or remarkable in character or kind; "uncommon birds"; "frost and floods are uncommon during these months"; "doing an uncommon amount of business"; "an uncommon liking for money"; "he owed his greatest debt to his mother's uncommon character and ability".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The museum featured an exhibit on uncommon birds from around the world.
- Frost and floods are uncommon during these months in the southern hemisphere.
- The company is doing an uncommon amount of business this quarter, thanks to the new marketing strategy.
- She had an uncommon liking for money and was known for her frugal spending habits.
- The award was given to the student who showed an uncommon talent for creative writing.