ultrarare

adjective

Definition of ultrararenext
as in rare

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Recent Examples of ultrarare That’s when surgeons infused a drug into her spine to fix the ultrarare genetic glitch that had vexed her nervous system since infancy. — Erika Check Hayden Brittainy Newman, New York Times, 19 Dec. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultrarare
  1. rare
  2. outstanding
  3. excellent
  4. transcendent
  5. sterling
  6. superior
  7. first-class
  8. prime
Adjective
  • Ireland Ireland offers a rare cross-generational appeal, where estate activities and rugged landscapes make for an ideal family itinerary.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Thieves stole $25,000 worth of rare Pokémon cards after breaking into an Eagan, Minnesota, claw machine arcade last weekend, employees said.
    — Jason Rantala, CBS News, 1 July 2026
Definition of rare
Adjective
  • Watson was always known for incredibly quick hands and outstanding bat speed.
    — Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Another outstanding rug in the lineup this week is this easy-to-clean jute number from Joon Loloi at 60% off.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026
Definition of outstanding
Adjective
  • While San Francisco’s bullpen is struggling, Rogers is in the midst of another excellent season after signing a three-year, $37 million deal to join the defending American League champions.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
  • Guests can borrow, for no charge, one of four Mate e-bikes for spins around the park or beyond, say to Tanimachi nearby for local neighborhood vibes, including charming izakayas, gyoza shops, and excellent, one-woman restaurants such as Tachiaoi.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • Foster is more accurately understood as a conservative man and gifted songwriter whose knack for ambiguity resulted in songs both transcendent and controversial.
    — Christopher Lynch, The Conversation, 1 July 2026
  • The way the filmmakers, and their complex subject, craft a story at the intersection of race, history, celebrity, sport and justice is transcendent and unforgettable.
    — Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 29 June 2026
Definition of transcendent
Adjective
  • That is evident too in his relationship with his brother, Weldon (Paul Rudd), a sterling example of a great uncle to Rose, a warm influence despite friction with Wesley.
    — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 11 June 2026
  • Alphabet, having priced that sterling century bond as part of a roughly $20 billion borrowing run across several currencies, has guided that its own capital spending could reach $175 billion to $185 billion this year alone.
    — Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Definition of sterling
Adjective
  • The notable summer development, to this point, has been the Dolphins’ lack of interest in adding superior outside options at safety, edge and cornerback.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026
  • This chip enables advanced on-device AI for superior active noise cancellation, focusing on isolating human speech and handling dynamic sounds.
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of superior
Adjective
  • With jet fuel costs running high, long-haul business and first-class tickets are up sharply this year.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Nikolay Zhukovsky, the third-class controller, was working under the direction of first-class controller Vladimir Sumskoy.
    — Colin Millar, New York Times, 27 June 2026
Definition of first-class
Adjective
  • Beat a prime Holloway at 170, though, and the door swings back open to the paydays he's chased since the rematch became official.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • For homeowners near host stadiums, the tournament has turned spare bedrooms and second homes into prime real estate.
    — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 July 2026
Definition of prime

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“Ultrarare.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultrarare. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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