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Meaning of uncommon
The primary meaning of "uncommon" refers to something that does not happen or exist often.
Etymology of uncommon
The word "uncommon" originated from the combination of "un-" (meaning not) and "common" (from Old French "commun" and Latin "communis," meaning shared by all or general)
Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe things that are not usual or frequent
Synonyms
unusual
rare
uncommon
infrequent
scarce
exceptional
extraordinary
unique
singular
anomalous
aberrant
atypical
irregular
unconventional
unorthodox
unfamiliar
unheard of
strange
peculiar
odd
quirky
offbeat
out of the ordinary
exceptional
remarkable
noteworthy
notable
special
distinctive
different
dissimilar
divergent
deviant
eccentric
exotic
esoteric
abnormal
irregular
deviate
Definitions
- Not found or occurring often
- * Not usual or expected
- * Having a quality that is not shared by most others
Usage Examples
- The artist's use of color was uncommon in that period.
- * It's uncommon for her to be late to meetings.
- * The disease is uncommon in this part of the world.