extraordinary

Definition

Not ordinary; exceptional; unusual.

Etymology

From Latin extrāōrdinārius, from extrā ōrdinem (“outside the order”). By surface analysis, extra- + ordinary. Doublet of extraordinaire.

Example Sentences

• "Except in extraordinary circumstances, […]"
• "Everybody knew I was an extraordinary person. When I was born my beard was three feet long."
• "The Houses may meet in extraordinary sessions at the request of the Government, of the Permanent Deputation or of the overall majority of members of either of the two Houses. Extraordinary sessions must be convened with a specific agenda and shall be adjourned once this has been dealt with."