Pronunciation

/unˈdjʊənli/

Definitions

• Adverb: In an atypically or unexpectedly manner; not according to the usual pattern or degree. For example: “Her reaction was unusually calm given the situation.”
• Adjective: Characterized by being uncommon or out of the ordinary. For example: “The weather was unusually cold for May.”

Phrases

• “Unusually high” refers to something that is exceptionally high compared to the norm.
• “Unusually quiet” describes a situation that is unusually free from noise.
• “Unusually talented” is used to describe someone who possesses exceptional skills.

Example Sentences

• Adverb: “She finished the marathon unusually fast, breaking the record.”
• Adjective: “The unusually large crowd surprised the organizers.”
• “Due to an unusually heavy rainfall, the streets were flooded.”

Synonyms

• Unordinarily
• Rarely
• Exceptionally
• Uncommonly
• Surprisingly

Antonyms

• Normally
• Typically
• Regularly
• Commonly
• Frequently