Synonyms for Singular

Definition of singular

adjective
  1. unusual or striking; "a remarkable sight"; "such poise is singular in one so young"
  2. beyond or deviating from the usual or expected; "a curious hybrid accent"; "her speech has a funny twang"; "they have some funny ideas about war"; "had an odd name"; "the peculiar aromatic odor of cloves"; "something definitely queer about this town"; "what a rum fellow"; "singular behavior"
  3. being a single and separate person or thing; "can the singular person be understood apart from his culture?"; "every fact in the world might be singular...unlike any other fact and sole of its kind"-William James

13 synonyms found

Writing tips for "singular"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like curious, extraordinary, funny can replace "singular" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

With 13 alternatives available, "singular" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.

"Singular" in song lyrics

See how singular is used in real songs:

  • "Roll with my squad or go singular"
    Flipmode Squad — To My People
  • "This isn't singular"
    LMNO — Grin & Bear It
  • "To set forth that which is so singular?"
    William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece

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