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C2 Level Wordlist - Commonness and Uniqueness

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Commonness and Uniqueness, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
mainstream
mainstream
[Adjective]

widely accepted or popular among the general public

Ex: He prefers mainstream pop music over niche genres .
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run-of-the-mill
run-of-the-mill
[Adjective]

very average and without any notable qualities

Ex: The store sold run-of-the-mill household items , nothing out of the ordinary or special .
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prevailing
prevailing
[Adjective]

existing or occurring commonly

Ex: The prevailing custom in the community is to celebrate the annual festival with a parade and cultural events.
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garden-variety
garden-variety
[Adjective]

very common or typical

Ex: The teacher explained that the mistake was a garden-variety error that many students make when learning algebra .
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groundbreaking
groundbreaking
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The architect's groundbreaking design for the new building won several awards for its innovative approach.
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unwonted
unwonted
[Adjective]

uncommon or not customary

Ex: The author 's unwonted use of humor in the usually serious novel added a refreshing and unexpected dimension to the story .
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quirky
quirky
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The movie 's quirky characters added a touch of humor to the plot .
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anomalous
anomalous
[Adjective]

not consistent with what is considered to be expected

Ex: The report contained an anomalous figure that did n't match the others .
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offbeat
offbeat
[Adjective]

unconventional or unusual, often in an interesting way

Ex: The author 's offbeat characters and unconventional storytelling captivated readers seeking a departure from traditional narratives .
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deviant
deviant
[Adjective]

departing from established customs, norms, or expectations

Ex: Scientists studied the deviant patterns in the experiment ’s results .
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outre
outre
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The model's outre makeover for a high-profile shoot, with extreme and unconventional styling, received mixed reviews in the fashion industry.
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uncanny
uncanny
[Adjective]

beyond what is ordinary and indicating the inference of supernatural powers

Ex: He had an uncanny way of knowing exactly what others were thinking .
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established
established
[Adjective]

widely acknowledged as valid or customary

Ex: The artist gained recognition for breaking away from established artistic norms and introducing innovative techniques .
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outlandish
outlandish
[Adjective]

unconventional or strange in a way that is striking or shocking

Ex: The outlandish menu at the experimental restaurant featured avant-garde culinary creations that divided diners with their unconventional flavors .
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unorthodox
unorthodox
[Adjective]

not in accordance with established traditions or conventional practices

Ex: His unorthodox behavior at the meeting caught everyone by surprise , but it eventually led to positive change .
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few and far between

happening infrequently

Ex: Successful product launches in this competitive industry are few and far between.
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