Extraordinary Definition

extraordinary
adjective
  1. beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable; "extraordinary authority"; "an extraordinary achievement"; "her extraordinary beauty"; "enjoyed extraordinary popularity"; "an extraordinary capacity for work"; "an extraordinary session of the legislature"
  2. far more than usual or expected; "an extraordinary desire for approval"; "it was an over-the-top experience"
  3. (of an official) serving an unusual or special function in addition to those of the regular officials; "an ambassador extraordinary"

"Extraordinary" in song lyrics

See how extraordinary is used in real songs:

  • "Vocally legendary, mic legacy to y'all, I'm Mr. Extraordinary"
    Blue Sky Black Death & Jean Grae f/ Chen Lo — Threats
  • "So we gotta be extraordinary"
    Cool Cee Brown f/ Asheru, Phonte — No Fear
  • "nececessary extraordinary"
    Coolio — Mary Jane (I'm in Love With)

Usage tips for "extraordinary"

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