Unprecedented
mediumun-PRES-ih-den-tid
adjective
Definition
Never done or known before
Examples
“The pandemic created unprecedented challenges.”
“The victory was unprecedented in the team's history.”
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GRE Tip
Unprecedented is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "unparalleled" or "novel" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "commonplace".
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Something that is out of place in terms of historical or chronological context
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Lasting for a very short time; transitory
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Well-meaning and kindly; generous and charitable
admonish
To warn or reprimand someone firmly
pragmatic
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically; practical
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