unique
adjective
1. radically distinctive and without equal
- Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint
Similar word(s): incomparable, uncomparable, alone, unequaled, unequalled, unparalleled
2. (followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality
- a species unique to Australia
Similar word(s): specific
3. the single one of its kind
- the unique existing example of Donne's handwriting
- a unique copy of an ancient manuscript
- certain types of problems have unique solutions
Similar word(s): single, singular
4. highly unusual or rare but not the single instance
- spoke with a unique accent
- had unique ability in raising funds
- a frankness unique in literature
Similar word(s): unusual
noun
1. A thing without a like; something unequalled or unparallelled.