rare

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Adjective

rareCanonical form
rarerComparative
rarestSuperlative
1

Not occurring very often; uncommon or unusual.

This is a rare opportunity to see such a beautiful bird.

2

Of unusually high quality or value; exceptional.

She has a rare talent for music.

3

Thin in density; rarefied.

The air is rare at high altitudes.

Synonym

uncommonscarceinfrequent

Antonym

commonfrequent

Adjective

rareCanonical form
rarerComparative
rarestSuperlative
1

(of meat) Cooked very lightly so that the inside is still red.

I like my steak rare.