Rare
Infrequent
Synonyms: Infrequent, scarce, scattered, golden, as scarce as hen's teeth, limited, isolated, intermittent, unwonted, few and far between, sparse, thin on the ground, like gold dust, occasional, odd, sporadic, unaccustomed, and out of the common.
Unusual
Synonyms: Unusual, unfamiliar, atypical, remarkable, special, uncommon, out of the ordinary, singular, recherché, and precious.
Exceptional
Synonyms: Exceptional, unparalleled, matchless, unequalled, unrivalled, beyond compare, without equal, unsurpassed, exquisite, consummate, superlative, first-rate, choice, very fine, stellar, unexampled, outstanding, peerless, unique, incomparable, inimitable, beyond comparison, second to none, surpassing, superb, superior, first-class, special, excellent, A1, and top-notch.
Example Sentences
The gem is extremely rare.
He enjoys rare vintage wines.
Rare animals inhabit this forest.
She found a rare coin.
