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unique

/'/j//u/n/i/k/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

  1. Being without a like or equal; unmatched; unequaled; unparalleled; single in kind or excellence; sole.

    adjective

    Source: webster1913

noun

  1. A thing without a like; something unequaled or unparalleled.

    noun

    Source: webster1913

adjective satellite

  1. radically distinctive and without equal

    adj.all

    Examples
    Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint.
    Synonyms alone unequaled unequalled unparalleled

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  2. (followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality

    adj.all

    Examples
    A species unique to Australia.

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  3. the single one of its kind

    adj.all

    Examples
    The unique existing example of Donne's handwriting.
    A unique copy of an ancient manuscript.
    Certain types of problems have unique solutions.
    Synonyms singular

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  4. highly unusual or rare but not the single instance

    adj.all

    Examples
    Spoke with a unique accent.
    Had unique ability in raising funds.
    A frankness unique in literature.
    A unique dining experience.

    Source: WordNet 3.0

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