Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unprecedented-event

noun
/ʌnˈprɛsɪˌdɛntɪd ɪˈvɛnt/
Definition
An unprecedented event is a situation or occurrence that has never happened before or has no previous example.
Examples
  • When the world collectively faced a pandemic, it was an unprecedented event that changed society forever.
  • The sudden discovery of a new species in the urban area felt like an unprecedented event to biologists.
  • The signing of the unprecedented peace treaty brought hope to the war-torn region.
Meaning
It refers to something that is remarkable, unique, or extraordinary because it deviates from the norm or usual occurrences.
Synonyms
  • unparalleled event
  • extraordinary occurrence
  • historical moment