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Extraordinary

Eh-kstruh-AW-rduh-neh-ree

/ˌɛkstrʌˈɔːrdʌˌnɛriː/

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extraordinary

Dictionary meaning

(of an official) serving an unusual or special function in addition to those of the regular officials.

Examples

  • An extraordinary desire for approval.

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Ephemeral

ih-FEM-er-ul

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muh-LIF-loo-us

Perspicacious

pur-spi-KAY-shus

Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

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