Word
uniqueness
Phoneticsunique·ness
US/juˈniknəs/
UK/juːnˈiːknəs/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the quality of being the only one of its kind. You use this to describe something that is special because nothing else is exactly like it.
n. the state or quality of being one of a kind or unlike anything else. Often refers to an individual's distinct characteristics or the singular nature of an object.
Examples
“The uniqueness of her voice makes her a great singer.”
“The architect wanted to preserve the uniqueness of the building while updating its interior for modern use.”
“In a globalized market, many small businesses struggle to maintain their uniqueness as mass production tends to favor standardized designs over artisanal craftsmanship.”
Examples
simple
“The uniqueness of her voice makes her a great singer.”
contextual
“The architect wanted to preserve the uniqueness of the building while updating its interior for modern use.”
complex
“In a globalized market, many small businesses struggle to maintain their uniqueness as mass production tends to favor standardized designs over artisanal craftsmanship.”
Usage
Typically used as an uncountable noun; when used with an article, it often takes 'the' to emphasize a specific singular quality.
Real-World Examples
“You can see the imperfect, dimpled join, cherished in Korean culture, which adds to its uniqueness, its personality.” Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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