singular
Translation
singular, remarkable, unique, odd
Examples
The word 'child' is singular.
The word 'child' is singular.
She has a singular talent for music.
She has a singular talent for music.
Grammar Patterns
a singular ((noun)) referring to just one person or thing The word 'child' is singular.
a singular ((noun)) very remarkable or strange She has a singular talent for music.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unique, remarkable, exceptional; Antonyms: plural, common
Etymology
From Latin 'singularis' meaning 'alone, of one kind', from 'singulus' meaning 'single'.
Memory Tips
Connects to the word 'single'. Think of something that is one of a kind.