Singularité (en. Singularity)

/sɛ̃.ɡy.la.ʁi.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Unique or exceptional character of a person, thing, or situation.
Its uniqueness lies in its original way of thinking.
Sa singularité réside dans sa façon de penser originale.
In mathematics, a point where a function is not defined or cannot be derived.
The study of singularities is essential in complex analysis.
L'étude des singularités est essentielle en analyse complexe.
Property that makes a phenomenon unique or atypical.
The uniqueness of an event can influence its interpretation.
La singularité d'un événement peut influencer son interprétation.

Etymology

From the Latin 'singularitas', meaning 'unique character'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

uniqueness of a situation
Unique character of a particular situation.
singularité d'une situation
to have a uniqueness
To possess a unique characteristic.
avoir une singularité

Related Words

unique
Not reproduced, the only one.
unique
exception
Case that deviates from the general rule.
exception
originality
Quality of what is original, innovative.
originalité

Slang Meanings

Original characteristic of someone or something.
This music has a uniqueness that makes it special.
Cette musique a une singularité qui la rend spéciale.
Strangeness or appreciated oddity.
I love its uniqueness; it's truly one of a kind.
J'adore sa singularité, c'est vraiment unique en son genre.