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unwonted

adjective
un·​wont·​ed | \ ˌən-ˈwȯn-təd How to pronounce unwonted (audio) , -ˈwōn- also -ˈwən- or -ˈwän- How to pronounce unwonted (audio) \

Definition of unwonted

1 : being out of the ordinary : rare, unusual
2 : not accustomed by experience
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Other Words from unwonted

unwontedly adverb
unwontedness noun

Examples of unwonted in a Sentence

He was surprised by her unwonted cheerfulness. honored for the unwonted courage he showed in battle

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 But Mr Tucker has brought an unwonted impatience to HSBC. — The Economist, "The surprising departure of HSBC’s chief executive," 8 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of unwonted

1553, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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unwonted

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English Language Learners Definition of unwonted

formal : not normal, usual, or expected

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