Definition of unique
Adjectives
radically distinctive and without equal
"Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint"
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- alone, unequaled, unequalled, unparalleled
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incomparable, uncomparable
such that comparison is impossible; unsuitable for comparison or lacking features that can be compared
(followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality
"a species unique to Australia"
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specific
(sometimes followed by `to') applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique
the single one of its kind
"the unique existing example of Donne's handwriting"
"a unique copy of an ancient manuscript"
"certain types of problems have unique solutions"
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"
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unusual
not usual or common or ordinary