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单词 rare
释义

rare

1 of 2

adjective (1)

ˈrer How to pronounce rare (audio)
rarer; rarest
1
: seldom occurring or found : uncommon
2
a
: marked by unusual quality, merit, or appeal : distinctive
b
: superlative or extreme of its kind
3
: marked by wide separation of component particles : thin
rare air
rareness noun

rare

2 of 2

adjective (2)

rarer; rarest
: cooked so that the inside is still red
rare roast beef

Synonyms

Adjective (1)

  • aberrant
  • aberrated
  • abnormal
  • anomalous
  • atypical
  • especial
  • exceeding
  • exceptional
  • extraordinaire
  • extraordinary
  • freak
  • odd
  • peculiar
  • phenomenal
  • preternatural
  • singular
  • uncommon
  • uncustomary
  • unique
  • unusual
  • unwonted
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Word History

Etymology

Adjective (1)

Middle English, from Latin rarus

Adjective (2)

alteration of earlier rere, from Middle English, from Old English hrēre boiled lightly; akin to Old English hrēran to stir, Old High German hruoren

First Known Use

Adjective (1)

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Adjective (2)

1784, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

rare 1 of 2

adjective

ˈrer How to pronounce rare (audio)
rarer; rarest
1
: very uncommon
rare old coins
The world is full of talkers, but it is rare to find anyone who listens. E. B. White, The Trumpet of the Swan
2
: very fine : excellent
a rare June day
3
: not thick or compact : thin
The atmosphere is rare at high altitudes.

rare

2 of 2

adjective

rarer; rarest
: cooked so that the inside is still red
rare roast beef

Choose the Right Synonym for rare

Adjective

rare, scarce, and uncommon mean being in short supply. rare is usually used for an object or quality of which only a few examples are to be found and which is therefore especially appreciated. He found a rare gem. scarce is used for something that for a while is in short supply. Food was scarce that winter. uncommon can be used of anything which is not often found, but usually there is no suggestion that more is desired or needed. Identical twins are uncommon.

rare

adjective

1
as in unusual
being out of the ordinary even among the prize-winning roses, this one is a rare beauty

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • unusual
  • extraordinary
  • exceptional
  • unique
  • uncommon
  • abnormal
  • odd
  • remarkable
  • outstanding
  • singular
  • incredible
  • atypical
  • exceeding
  • anomalous
  • phenomenal
  • peculiar
  • noticeable
  • striking
  • freak
  • aberrant
  • notable
  • especial
  • prominent
  • unwonted
  • conspicuous
  • uncustomary
  • salient
  • bizarre
  • strange
  • extraordinaire
  • preternatural
  • eccentric
  • aberrated
  • weird
  • oddball
  • deviant
  • inconceivable
  • unthinkable
  • unimaginable
  • freakish
  • quaint
  • outlandish
  • incomprehensible
  • monstrous

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • common
  • ordinary
  • typical
  • normal
  • usual
  • customary
  • frequent
  • unexceptional
  • unextraordinary
  • familiar
  • everyday
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2
as in exquisite
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste rare specialty wools, such as cashmere, prized for their fineness, lightness and exceptional warmth

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • exquisite
  • elegant
  • special
  • fine
  • exceptional
  • select
  • excellent
  • exclusive
  • delicate
  • wonderful
  • outstanding
  • choice
  • great
  • dainty
  • premium
  • classic
  • superb
  • fancy
  • fabulous
  • recherché
  • better
  • terrific
  • marvelous
  • splendid
  • superlative
  • sensational
  • stellar
  • prime
  • noble
  • bijou
  • marvellous
  • sterling
  • high-grade
  • elite
  • superior
  • transcendent
  • jewellike
  • unsurpassed
  • par excellence
  • grand
  • first-rate
  • ultrarare
  • top-notch
  • top
  • first-class
  • supernal
  • tip-top

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • common
  • popular
  • rough
  • gross
  • coarse
  • vulgar
  • unpolished
  • commercial
  • ordinary
  • kitschy
  • tasteless
  • unrefined
  • uncultivated
  • raffish
  • lowbrow
  • uncultured
  • kitsch
  • lesser
  • average
  • mediocre
  • rough-hewn
  • unacceptable
  • unsatisfactory
  • deficient
  • inferior
  • substandard
  • mass-produced
  • wanting
  • run-of-the-mill
  • run-of-the-mine
  • low-grade
  • second-rate
  • second-class
  • run-of-mine
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3
as in occasional
not often occurring or repeated the French pronunciation of the family's name is rare, except in Louisiana

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • occasional
  • odd
  • infrequent
  • unusual
  • isolated
  • uncommon
  • sporadic
  • scarce
  • unique
  • scattered
  • few and far between
  • intermittent
  • discontinuous
  • fitful
  • spasmodic
  • spotty
  • irregular
  • erratic
  • choppy
  • unsteady

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • frequent
  • common
  • regular
  • daily
  • ordinary
  • routine
4
as in uncommon
noticeably different from what is generally found or experienced "Such good manners are rare these days," remarked Mrs. Denby, as the young man let her go ahead of him in line

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • uncommon
  • unusual
  • strange
  • funny
  • weird
  • extraordinary
  • unique
  • odd
  • peculiar
  • curious
  • special
  • bizarre
  • singular
  • offbeat
  • remarkable
  • uncustomary
  • unaccustomed
  • exceptional
  • oddball
  • abnormal
  • eccentric
  • out-of-the-way
  • atypical
  • noteworthy
  • noticeable
  • notable
  • outlandish
  • queer
  • outré
  • newsworthy
  • particular
  • aberrant
  • far-out
  • way-out
  • irregular
  • kooky
  • kookie

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • common
  • ordinary
  • usual
  • plain
  • normal
  • typical
  • unexceptional
  • regular
  • familiar
  • predictable
  • expected
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Synonym Chooser

Some common synonyms of rare are choice, dainty, delicate, elegant, and exquisite. While all these words mean "having qualities that appeal to a cultivated taste," rare suggests an uncommon excellence.

rare beauty

In some situations, the words choice and rare are roughly equivalent. However, choice stresses preeminence in quality or kind.

choice fabric

The meanings of dainty and rare largely overlap; however, dainty sometimes carries an additional suggestion of smallness and of appeal to the eye or palate.

dainty sandwiches

Although the words delicate and rare have much in common, delicate implies exquisiteness, subtlety, and fragility.

delicate craftsmanship

The words elegant and rare can be used in similar contexts, but elegant applies to what is rich and luxurious but restrained by good taste.

a sumptuous but elegant dining room

The words exquisite and rare are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, exquisite implies a perfection in workmanship or design that appeals only to very sensitive taste.

an exquisite gold bracelet
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