außerordentlich
Translation
extraordinary, exceptional, remarkable, exceedingly
Examples
Er hat eine außerordentliche Leistung erbracht.
He delivered an extraordinary performance.
Das Essen war außerordentlich gut.
The food was exceptionally good.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) + noun He possesses extraordinary abilities.
((as an adverb)) + adjective/verb She is extraordinarily talented.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unusual, remarkable; Antonyms: ordinary, normal
Etymology
From 'außer' (outside of) + 'ordentlich' (ordinary). Literally 'outside of the ordinary'.
Memory Tips
Think of something that is 'out of order' in a positive sense, breaking the normal order to be exceptional.