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extraordinary Synonyms

Another word for extraordinary

Choosing another word for extraordinary depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match 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 remarkable talent for improvising complex melodies."

Strongest
remarkable
exceptional
astonishing
astounding
Strong
amazing
phenomenal
incredible
unusual
uncommon
singular

• 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 special general meeting to vote on the proposed corporate merger."

Strongest
special
Strong
ad hoc
plenipotentiary

Opposites of extraordinary

The opposite of extraordinary shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

ordinary
regular
commonplace
normal
unremarkable
mundane
average
standing
See all opposites of extraordinary

• Nearby Words

extraordinaire
extraordinarily
extraordinariness
extraordinary
extrapolate
extrapolation
extrasensory

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