As an adjective unusual
is unlike what is expected; differing in some way from the norm.
As an adverb suddenly is
happening quickly and with little or no warning; in a sudden manner.
unusual
English
Alternative forms
* unusuall (obsolete)
Adjective
(
en adjective)
Unlike what is expected; differing in some way from the norm.
*
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The Celebrity), chapter=2
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unusual proceeding.}}
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Not usual.
Synonyms
* (different from the expected) abnormal, rare, strange, weird, (stronger) extraordinary
** See also
Antonyms
* (different from the expected) normal, usual
suddenly
English
Adverb
(
en adverb)
Happening quickly and with little or no warning; in a sudden manner.
- Suddenly , the heavens opened and we all got drenched.
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Synonyms
* all of a sudden
* without warning
Antonyms
* unsuddenly
Related terms
* sudden
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