Synonyms of unusual

unusual

adjective

1

as in uncommon

noticeably different from what is generally found or experienced

we found some unusual shells by the high-tide mark while combing the beach

Synonyms & Similar Words

• uncommon
• strange
• funny
• weird
• rare
• extraordinary
• peculiar
• odd
• curious
• unique
• bizarre
• offbeat
• special
• out-of-the-way
• singular
• unaccustomed
• abnormal
• eccentric
• uncustomary
• remarkable
• exceptional
• atypical
• outlandish
• queer
• noticeable
• oddball
• outré
• noteworthy
• notable
• aberrant
• way-out
• particular
• far-out
• newsworthy
• kooky
• kookie
• irregular

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• common
• ordinary
• usual
• plain
• normal
• typical
• familiar
• unexceptional
• regular
• predictable
• expected

2

as in extraordinary

being out of the ordinary

the famously arrogant actor accepted his award with unusual grace and humility

Synonyms & Similar Words

• extraordinary
• unique
• exceptional
• rare
• uncommon
• abnormal
• odd
• remarkable
• outstanding
• singular
• atypical
• incredible
• anomalous
• exceeding
• peculiar
• phenomenal
• noticeable
• aberrant
• unwonted
• striking
• especial
• notable
• uncustomary
• prominent
• freak
• bizarre
• conspicuous
• strange
• eccentric
• aberrated
• preternatural
• salient
• extraordinaire
• weird
• outlandish
• deviant
• oddball
• inconceivable
• quaint
• incomprehensible
• freakish
• unimaginable
• unthinkable
• monstrous

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• common
• normal
• ordinary
• typical
• usual
• customary
• familiar
• unexceptional
• unextraordinary
• frequent
• everyday