Definition of Unwonted

something not seen often; not ordinary

Examples of Unwonted in a sentence

Since Bill rarely came to church, even the priest was shocked by his unwonted appearance at the service.  🔊

Elizabeth was stunned speechless when her teenage daughter gave her an unwonted kiss in public.  🔊

Because Rick’s wife had just died, everyone was surprised by his unwonted happiness.  🔊

The paralyzed soldier is going to receive the highest military award for displaying unwonted courage.  🔊

When the cat started to nurse the crying puppy, everyone stopped and stared at the unwonted sight.  🔊

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