Extraordinary

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈstrɔːrdəˌnɛri/

Definitions of extraordinary

adjective an adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'extraordinary' describes something beyond what is usual or ordinary

Example Sentences

A1 The circus performer did an extraordinary trick with the elephants.

A2 She had an extraordinary talent for painting beautiful landscapes.

B1 The scientist made an extraordinary discovery that changed the course of history.

B2 The concert was an extraordinary experience with amazing music and visuals.

C1 The author's latest novel received extraordinary praise from critics and readers alike.

C2 The chef prepared an extraordinary meal that left everyone in awe of his culinary skills.

Examples of extraordinary in a Sentence

formal The scientist made an extraordinary discovery that could change the course of medicine.

informal The view from the top of the mountain was extraordinary, dude!

slang That concert was absolutely extraordinary - it was lit!

figurative Her ability to forgive others is nothing short of extraordinary.

Grammatical Forms of extraordinary

• past tense: extraordinarily
• plural: extraordinaries
• comparative: more extraordinary
• superlative: most extraordinary
• present tense: extraordinary
• future tense: will be extraordinary
• perfect tense: has been extraordinary
• continuous tense: is being extraordinary
• singular: extraordinary
• positive degree: extraordinary
• infinitive: to be extraordinary
• gerund: being extraordinary
• participle: extraordinarily

Origin and Evolution of extraordinary

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'extraordinary' originated from the Latin word 'extraordinarius', which is a combination of 'extra' (meaning outside) and 'ordinarius' (meaning ordinary).

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something beyond the ordinary or usual, the word 'extraordinary' has evolved to also convey a sense of exceptional or remarkable qualities.