adv

uncommonly

Uncommonly (adv) means to an unusually great degree. Example: “The winter has been uncommonly mild this year.”

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adv

To an unusually great degree.

"The winter has been uncommonly mild this year."

Rarely; not often.

"Uncommonly, both twins chose the same career."

How to use uncommonly

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither "unusually" (uncommonly mild) or "rarely" depending on context.

Common pairings

uncommonly mild uncommonly good

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

more uncommonly comparative, most uncommonly superlative

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Etymology

From uncommon + -ly.

Synonyms

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unwontedly sporadically

Related words

rarely occasionally periodically sporadic sporadically

Rhymes for uncommonly

only commonly wantonly

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Frequently asked questions

What does “uncommonly” mean?

The word “uncommonly” means to an unusually great degree. In plain terms, either "unusually" (uncommonly mild) or "rarely" depending on context.

How do you use “uncommonly” in a sentence?

Here is “uncommonly” used in a sentence: “The winter has been uncommonly mild this year.”

What is another word for “uncommonly”?

Words with a similar meaning to “uncommonly” include unwontedly and sporadically.

What part of speech is “uncommonly”?

“Uncommonly” is an adverb.

How many meanings does “uncommonly” have?

“Uncommonly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to an unusually great degree.

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