extraordinary meaning and definition

EXTRAORDINARY adjective

Definition of extraordinary (adjective)

1. beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable
   • "extraordinary authority"; "an extraordinary achievement"; "her extraordinary beauty"; "enjoyed extraordinary popularity"; "an extraordinary capacity for work"; "an extraordinary session of the legislature"
   • antonym: ordinary
2. far more than usual or expected
   • "an extraordinary desire for approval"; "it was an over-the-top experience"
   • synonyms: over-the-top, sinful
3. (of an official) serving an unusual or special function in addition to those of the regular officials
   • "an ambassador extraordinary"