Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9) - Uniqueness

new and unlike anything else

unmatched in quality or excellence

original and pioneering in a certain field, often setting a new standard for others to follow

not familiar or used to a particular situation, environment, or activity

uncommon or not customary

having distinctive or peculiar habits, behaviors, or features that are unusual but often appealing

not consistent with what is considered to be expected

unconventional or unusual, often in an interesting way

departing from established customs, norms, or expectations

strikingly unusual in a way that goes beyond the usual bounds of taste or style

not adhering to established traditions or norms

not in accordance with established traditions or conventional practices

unconventional or strange in a way that is striking or shocking

very average and without any notable qualities

lacking excitement or variety

existing or occurring commonly

very common or typical

happening infrequently

beyond what is ordinary and indicating the inference of supernatural powers

widely acknowledged as valid or customary

widely accepted or popular among the general public

not appropriate or attractive, often in a way that goes against accepted standards or social norms