Uncommonly

/ʌnˈkɒmənli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a way that is not common; unusually or exceptionally.

She has an uncommonly bright smile that lights up the room.

To a degree that is greater than what is usual or average.

The weather this year has been uncommonly warm for autumn.

In a manner that is rare or seldom encountered.

It is uncommonly difficult to find such a perfect match for the job.

Not commonly found, used, or engaged in.

He took an uncommonly direct approach to resolve the issue.

Derived from 'un-' meaning not, and 'common' meaning usual or ordinary, combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

uncommonly good:

Exceptionally good; better than usual.

uncommonly bright:

Brighter than what is typically expected.

Out of the ordinary.

That was an uncommonly cool thing to do.

Weirdly unique.

Her style is uncommonly bold.