singular

/ˈsɪŋɡjʊlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

one of a kind; unique

“The painting is a singular work of art.”

2. noun

a word that has only one form, regardless of the number of the noun it modifies

“In English, the word ‘child’ is a singular noun.”

3. noun

a number or quantity that is one more than zero

“The first day of the trip was a singular experience.”

4. adjective

unusual or exceptional

“The team’s singular performance earned them a spot in the finals.”

5. noun

a point or moment that stands out from others

“The highlight of the movie was a singular moment of drama.”

Synonyms

  • exceptional
  • one-of-a-kind
  • unique
  • unusual

Antonyms

  • common
  • ordinary
  • plural