adjective
radically distinctive and without equal
Synonyms
Examples
- 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
adjective
(followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality
Synonyms
unique(p)
Examples
- a species unique to Australia
adjective
the single one of its kind
Synonyms
Examples
- 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
adjective
highly unusual or rare but not the single instance
Examples
- spoke with a unique accent
- had unique ability in raising funds
- a frankness unique in literature
- a unique dining experience