Synonyms for Extraordinary
Definition of extraordinary
adjective
- 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"
- far more than usual or expected; "an extraordinary desire for approval"; "it was an over-the-top experience"
- (of an official) serving an unusual or special function in addition to those of the regular officials; "an ambassador extraordinary"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "extraordinary"
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"Extraordinary" in song lyrics
See how extraordinary is used in real songs:
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"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)