one of a kind
Without any duplicate
One of a kind describes something unique—the only one of its type in existence.
A one-of-a-kind antique has no duplicate.
The phrase often conveys admiration: She's truly one of a kind.
It can modify nouns directly or stand alone as a predicate: This opportunity is one of a kind.
- singularOne in number
- originalFirst or inventive
- matchlessHaving no equal
- uniqueOnly one exists
- distinctiveReadily identifiable, set apart
cut from different cloth · unicorn · oner · bespoke · peerless · sui generis · exceptional · special snowflake · irreplaceable · rare · diamond in the rough · unparalleled · incomparable · inimitable · rare bird · custom-made · hand picked · unrepeatable
- specialty goodsspecialty foods, rare items, handmade goods, artisan goods, artisan crafts
- rarityrare, scarce, uncommon, infrequent, scant
- Scarcity & Valuerare, scarce, costly, pricey, expensive
- superlativesexcellent, superb, best, outstanding, supreme
- Exclusive Itemslimited edition, bespoke, custom, haute couture, couture
- hidden gemshidden gems, best kept secret, diamond in the rough, rare find, secret spot
one of a kindcommon
Widespread and unremarkable
dime a dozen · a dime a dozen · ordinary · typical · commonplace
one of a kindmass-produced
Made in large quantities
manufactured · machine-made · prefabricated · off-the-shelf · off-the-rack
one of a kindunremarkable
Not worthy of comment
unexceptional · pedestrian · mundane · nondescript · forgettable