extraordinary — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

extraordinary (/ɪkˈstrɔː.dən.ri/)

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🔊 /ɪkˈstrɔː.dən.ri/

Meaning

Meaning: remarkable, exceptional

Very unusual, special, or remarkable.

Examples

🗣 She showed extraordinary courage when she dived into the river to save the dog.

Etymology

From Latin ‘extra ordinem’ (outside the usual order).

How & Where It’s Used

Praises the remarkable and exceptional.

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Tags: quality, positive

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