Unique

usgb/juˈniːk/
adjective

Being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else.

Each person's fingerprints are unique to them.
Visual representation of "unique" - Being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else.

Often appears as...

  • unique opportunity
  • unique experience
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Absolute Singularity

Use 'unique' to stress something's sole existence in its category, not just rarity.

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The language has a unique writing system, not found elsewhere.
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Avoid 'Very Unique'

'Unique' implies 'one of a kind,' so intensifiers like 'very' are unnecessary.

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Her voice is unique; no need to say 'very unique.'
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No Comparisons

Don't compare by saying something is 'more unique' than another.

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His solution is unique, not 'more unique' than hers.
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