EXCEPTIONAL Synonyms: 247 Similar and Opposite Words

exceptional

adjective

ik-ˈsep-sh(ə-)nəl

Definition of exceptional

as in extraordinary

being out of the ordinary an exceptional amount of snow fell in March

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as in disabled

deprived of the power to perform one or more natural bodily activities her experience working with exceptional children was rewarding and inspiring

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as in intelligent

having or showing quickness of mind a special school for exceptional children

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Recent Examples of exceptional Morgan Stanley calls their starting position exceptional financial strength. — Robert J. Szczerba, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 Engineers equipped Enterprise with eight nuclear reactors, giving it exceptional endurance during long deployments across the globe. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026 Tshisekedi last week ordered the finance, economy and mines ministries, along with revenue agencies, to ensure coercive measures remain exceptional, legally justified, and proportionate. — Ruben Nyanguila, semafor.com, 16 July 2026 Beyond its competitive incentives and rates that could shave as much as 50% off a production budget, Colombia’s greatest assets are its exceptional film crews. — Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for exceptional

Recent Examples of Synonyms for exceptional

Adjective

Given the extraordinary breadth of work recognized each year and the limited time available within a three-hour broadcast, a select number of categories will be moving to the Emmy ceremonies taking place the week prior to the telecast.

— Peter White, Deadline, 17 July 2026
The star is, of course, the fynbos, that extraordinary shrubland ecosystem that transforms the landscape with seasonal color, intricate textures and astonishing biodiversity.

— Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Definition of extraordinary

Adjective

The disagreements were intelligent, experienced, and specific — and reading them in bulk did not soften my view.

— Sachin H. Jain, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
Both Blink and Wyze offer intelligent outdoor cameras that can withstand the elements while recording activities day or night.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 17 July 2026

Definition of intelligent

Adjective

But a small part is how the Rays have managed his unusual situation, handling him with some care.

— Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 July 2026
Categories for entrants in the pet parade included cutest pet, an owner and pet dress-alike, the biggest and smallest pet, most unusual pet and best trick.

— David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026

Definition of unusual

Adjective

Torrence would eventually reunite with an impaired Berry after the 1978 TV movie Deadman’s Curve introduced their saga to a new generation.

— Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 19 July 2026
In 2020, Messi signed a three-year contract to become a brand ambassador for the Israeli company OrCam, which makes devices to help the visually impaired.

— Juan Melamed, Sun Sentinel, 13 July 2026

Definition of impaired

Adjective

Coors Light previously has found several clever ways around that, including the Coors Light bear.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
Not your basic travel pouch, the Quince Dual-Compartment Toiletry Bag has a clever design that makes packing essentials effortless.

— Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026

Definition of clever

Adjective

These unique metro Atlanta cafes argue that a great coffee shop can be about more than just a great brew.

— Christopher Hassiotis, AJC.com, 14 July 2026
Each has a unique profile that loosely coordinates with some of LAFCO's most popular home scents -- but fear not, you won't be left smelling like a candle.

— Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 14 July 2026

Definition of unique

Adjective

The sun’s brilliant disk is fully blocked, and the ethereal wisps of the corona—the sun’s gaseous atmosphere—come fully into view.

— Phil Plait, Scientific American, 17 July 2026
The singer took the late-night show stage, illuminated with a brilliant red backdrop, and offered an impassioned take on the song.

— Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 17 July 2026