Exceptional

11 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Unusually good, outstanding, or remarkable in quality or ability. Describes something that stands out significantly from the ordinary or typical.

“The student demonstrated exceptional talent in mathematics and science.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/es-θp-sɧʋn-l/

Syllables

ex·cep·tion·al

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Synonyms

outstanding remarkable extraordinary superior

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Wordle

Contains two E's and the pattern EXCEP. Watch for the -TIONAL ending common in descriptive terms.

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Scrabble

Worth 22 points base value. The X (8 points) and C (3 points) make it highly valuable.

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