Definition

Referring to something that is less common or more rare than usual.

Example

The uncommoner species of birds are often harder to spot in the wild.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed how some hobbies are more uncommoner than others?

Yeah, like birdwatching — not many people do that these days.

Right? I think that makes it more interesting, though.

Definitely! It's cool to have hobbies that are less popular.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uncommoner → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "common" (from Old French *comun*, meaning shared or belonging to all) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). The word "uncommoner" refers to a person who is not common or ordinary.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'not' ('un-') 'shared' or 'ordinary' ('common') — that's why an uncommoner is someone who stands out from the crowd.

Visually Confused Words