Synonyms for Uncommon
Definition of uncommon
adjective
- not common or ordinarily encountered; unusually great in amount or remarkable in character or kind; "uncommon birds"; "frost and floods are uncommon during these months"; "doing an uncommon amount of business"; "an uncommon liking for money"; "he owed his greatest debt to his mother's uncommon character and ability"
- marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind; "what is so rare as a day in June"-J.R.Lowell; "a rare skill"; "an uncommon sense of humor"; "she was kind to an uncommon degree"
6 synonyms found
Writing tips for "uncommon"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like exceptional, extraordinary, rare can replace "uncommon" 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 6 alternatives available, "uncommon" 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.
"Uncommon" in song lyrics
See how uncommon is used in real songs:
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"All commandants vowing to be uncommon"
Hieroglyphics — One Life One Love -
"the Gleam Hornet, Eon, uncommon"
The High & Mighty — The Half -
"Behind the barrel is us causing much problems, thus love is uncommon"
Mr. SOS — Another Song For Love