English

unusual

ʌnˈjuʒuəl, ʌnˈjuː.ʒu.əl, ʌnˈjuːʒuəl, ʌnˈjuːʒəl
Meaning: not common or ordinary; different from what is normal
Part of Speech: Adjective Alternative Readings: ʌnˈjuː.ʒu.əl, ʌnˈjuːʒuəl, ʌnˈjuːʒəl

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Example sentences

It's unusual for him to be so quiet during meetings.
It's unusual for him to be so quiet during meetings.
She is known for her inventive style of painting, using unusual materials.
She is known for her inventive style of painting, using unusual materials.
He was cruelly teased by his classmates for his unusual haircut.
He was cruelly teased by his classmates for his unusual haircut.

Usage Notes

Describes something that stands out because it isn't what you'd expect or what happens most of the time.

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