Definitions for unique
yuˈnikunique

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:2.4 / 9 votes

1. alone(p), unique, unequaled, unequalled, unparalleledadjective

   radically distinctive and without equal

   "he is alone in the field of microbiology"; "this theory is altogether alone in its penetration of the problem"; "Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint"; "craftsmen whose skill is unequaled"; "unparalleled athletic ability"; "a breakdown of law unparalleled in our history"

2. unique(p)adjective

   (followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality

   "a species unique to Australia"

3. singular, uniqueadjective

   the single one of its kind

   "a singular example"; "the unique existing example of Donne's handwriting"; "a unique copy of an ancient manuscript"; "certain types of problems have unique solutions"

4. uniqueadjective

   highly unusual or rare but not the single instance

   "spoke with a unique accent"; "had unique ability in raising funds"; "a frankness unique in literature"; "a unique dining experience"

WiktionaryRate this definition:2.7 / 3 votes

1. uniqueadjective

   Being the only one of its kind; unequaled, unparalleled or unmatched.

2. uniqueadjective

   Of a feature, such that only one holder has it.

3. uniqueadjective

   (disputed) Of a rare quality.

4. uniqueadjective

   (disputed) Unusual.

5. Etymology: From unique.

ChatGPTRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. unique

   Unique refers to something that is one of a kind, distinct or unlike anything else. It may refer to an individual, an object, an idea, a situation or a circumstance that stands out from others due to distinctive features, characteristics or qualities. It is used to describe something as being the only one of its kind or extremely special or unusual.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:4.6 / 5 votes

1. Uniqueadjective

   being without a like or equal; unmatched; unequaled; unparalleled; single in kind or excellence; sole

2. Uniquenoun

   a thing without a like; something unequaled or unparalleled

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:3.0 / 1 vote

1. Unique

   ū-nēk′, adj. single or alone in any quality: without a like or equal.—adv. Unique′ly.—ns. Unique′ness; Uniq′uity. [Fr.,—L. unicus—unus.]

Editors ContributionRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. uniquenoun

   Not like any other, it's different in its own way, not similar to any other other.

   She is very unique in her character.

   
   

   Submitted by mutukuroselyne4 on May 10, 2022  

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EntomologyRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Unique

   one only: unlike any other.

British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'unique' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #2325

2. Written Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'unique' in Written Corpus Frequency: #4486

3. Adjectives Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'unique' in Adjectives Frequency: #311

How to pronounce unique?

1. Alex

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of unique in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of unique in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

Examples of unique in a Sentence

1. Sean McManus:

   He had a tremendous impact on the growth and popularity of the sport, in true Billy fashion, he analyzed the game with his own unique style, perspective and opinions, yet always kept the focus on the game. As passionate as he was about basketball, at his heart Billy was a family man. He leaves part of his legacy at CBS Sports, across college basketball and, most importantly, as a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He will be deeply missed by all.

2. Rachael Malonson:

   I remember I felt so insecure because people didn’t understand who I was by my look, i’m confident in it now and see it as a unique trait where I’m able to teach people that not every black person (and) not every mixed person looks the same way.

3. Javier Luque:

   Callichimaera perplexa is so unique and strange that it can be considered the platypus of the crab world, usually we think of crabs as big animals with broad carapaces, strong claws, small eyes in long eyestalks, and a small tail tucked under the body. Well, Callichimaera defies all of these' crabby' features and forces a rethink of our definition of what makes a crab a crab.

4. Cheri Bustos:

   I wouldn't look into this that this is a progressives versus moderates, or a political newcomer versus a long-term incumbent, this is a unique race in many, many ways.

5. Mariarita Signorini:

   Venice is unique and we cannot allow it to be destroyed even more than it has been already, venice is one of the most endangered cities in the world.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=unique
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Unique
3. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unique
5. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=unique
6. ^ Entomology
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/22748/22748-h/22748-h.htm#:~:text=unique