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extraordinary Antonyms

Opposite of extraordinary

Because the opposite of extraordinary shifts with each meaning, the 13 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Very unusual, remarkable, or far beyond what is ordinary, expected, or customary.

Usage Example

"The young pianist displayed an ordinary talent for improvising complex melodies."

Strongest
ordinary
commonplace
normal
mundane
unremarkable
Strong
average
run-of-the-mill
everyday
conventional

• adjective (Context 2)

Specially appointed, employed, or convened for a particular purpose outside of regular duties or schedules (such as a diplomatic envoy or an emergency assembly).

Usage Example

"The board of directors called an regular general meeting to vote on the proposed corporate merger."

Strongest
regular
ordinary
Strong
scheduled
standing
routine

Similar words to extraordinary

Words similar to extraordinary shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

exceptional
remarkable
special
astounding
astonishing
phenomenal
amazing
incredible
See all synonyms of extraordinary

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Extraordinary. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/extraordinary
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