Uncommon

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈkɑmən/

Definitions of uncommon

adjective An adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'uncommon' describes something that is not commonly found or seen.

Example Sentences

A1 It is uncommon to see snow in this area.

A2 Finding a four-leaf clover is uncommon.

B1 Having a pet monkey is considered uncommon in this country.

B2 Her ability to speak five languages fluently is uncommon.

C1 The artist's unique style is uncommon among his peers.

C2 The scientist made an uncommon discovery that changed the course of history.

Examples of uncommon in a Sentence

formal It is uncommon for a company to achieve such rapid growth in a short period of time.

informal It's pretty uncommon to see a cat and a dog getting along so well.

slang Wearing socks with sandals is considered uncommon in this area.

figurative Finding a truly loyal friend is like discovering a rare and uncommon gem.

Grammatical Forms of uncommon

• past tense: uncommoned
• plural: uncommons
• comparative: more uncommon
• superlative: most uncommon
• present tense: uncommon
• future tense: will uncommon
• perfect tense: has uncommoned
• continuous tense: is uncommoning
• singular: uncommon
• positive degree: uncommon
• infinitive: to uncommon
• gerund: uncommoning
• participle: uncommoned

Origin and Evolution of uncommon

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'uncommon' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'common' meaning 'usual or ordinary'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used in Middle English to describe something that was not common or ordinary, the word 'uncommon' has evolved to also signify something rare, unusual, or exceptional.