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Updated June 2026
Unusually good, outstanding, or remarkable in quality or ability. Describes something that stands out significantly from the ordinary or typical.
“The student demonstrated exceptional talent in mathematics and science.”
/es-θp-sɧʋn-l/
ex·cep·tion·al
Contains two E's and the pattern EXCEP. Watch for the -TIONAL ending common in descriptive terms.
Worth 22 points base value. The X (8 points) and C (3 points) make it highly valuable.
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