Definition of exceptional

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ex·cep·tion·al

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ADJECTIVE:

Being an exception; uncommon.
Well above average; extraordinary: an exceptional memory. See Usage Note at exceptionable.
Deviating widely from a norm, as of physical or mental ability: special educational provisions for exceptional children.

OTHER FORMS:
ex·ception·ali·ty or ex·ception·al·ness(Noun), ex·ception·al·ly (-sh

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) KEY (Adverb)

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