Extraordinaire
Example: Elle a un talent extraordinaire pour la peinture.
Definition
"Extraordinaire" describes something or someone that is exceptionally remarkable or unusual, far beyond what is common or ordinary. For example, in the phrase 'Elle a un talent extraordinaire pour la peinture,' it highlights an outstanding talent in painting.
Etymology
The word "extraordinaire" comes from the Latin 'extraordinarius,' meaning 'outside the regular order.' It combines 'extra-' (beyond) and 'ordinarius' (ordinary), emphasizing something beyond the usual or expected. Did you know? The term has kept its sense of exceptional quality since medieval times.
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"Extraordinaire" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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