unusual

2 definitions • 4 examples

different from others of the same type in a way that is surprising, interesting, or attractive:

"Do you like the new couch?" "Yes, it's very unusual."

[ + to infinitive ] It's unusual to have adult conversation like that with such a young child.

I was actually on time, which is unusual for me.

different from what is usual or expected:

I was actually on time, which is unusual for me.