Simple meaning
What does Rare mean?
not common.
Dictionary definition
not common and not seen often.
Example sentences
Rare in a sentence
easy
The class used rare to describe the result in simple words.
medium
In reading, we compared two passages and discussed why one description seemed more rare.
hard
During group work, students explained how rare changed the meaning and evaluation of the information.
Synonyms
Words like Rare
similar wordClose in meaning, but usage can depend on context.
related termUsed in similar descriptions with small differences.
Antonyms
Opposite words
opposite qualityA useful contrast in descriptive meaning.
different conditionShows a contrasting state or level.
Word family
Rare word family
Base word
rare
adjective
rare
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does rare mean?
Rare means not common.
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