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Meanings of exceptional in English

Far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree.

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Surpassing what is common or usual or expected.

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Deviating from the ordinary or natural type.

Seldom found or seldom occurring.

Usage of exceptional in English
1
Hobbes made his argument to answer a specific problem of exceptional insecurity.
The Guardian
2
China is considered an emerging market because of its exceptional growth rate.
Reuters
3
These are exceptional measures to protect citizens, Trudeau told a news conference.
Reuters
4
We have witnessed a moment of exceptional national unity in recent weeks.
The Irish Times
5
Fortunately, the Home Office recognises that the current COVID-19 situation is exceptional.
The South African
6
The pressure on tribunals shows that these cases are far from exceptional.
The Guardian
7
Ruysch, however, was exceptional for her time and context in several respects.
The Irish Times
8
Great schools have to start with exceptional school leadership at all levels.
The Guardian
9
I couldn't really say whether there was an exceptional number of these.
Anathem
10
Rishton said: David has an exceptional track record as a finance leader.
The Guardian
11
I must say he seems most charming, something quite exceptional these days.
Lucky Jim
12
An exceptional point-taker, often from difficult angles, he made it look easy.
Independent.ie
13
Want to know if a restaurant offers exceptional service, or free Wi-Fi?
The South African
14
Those hurricane years were exceptional but this year could also be costly.
Reuters
15
They contend this is an issue of exceptional importance in civil procedure.
Reuters
16
They could have made good specific arguments about rewards for exceptional service.
The Guardian
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