adverb

uniquely

uniquely, distinctively, singularly

This problem is uniquely difficult.

This problem is uniquely difficult.

She is uniquely qualified for the job.

She is uniquely qualified for the job.

((uniquely)) + adjective/adverb to be special or one-of-a-kind in some quality She is uniquely qualified for the job.

Synonyms: distinctively, singularly; Antonyms: commonly, ordinarily

From 'unique' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. 'Unique' comes from Latin 'unicus' meaning 'one, single'.

Think of it as 'in a unique way'. It emphasizes that something is one-of-a-kind or special in a particular context.

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