exceptionnel
exceptional, outstanding
adjective ek-sep-syoh-NEL Less Common
Usage Note
Exceptionnel has a double 'l' and its feminine form is exceptionnelle. Beyond high praise (un talent exceptionnel), it also means 'one-off' or 'special' in administrative French — une mesure exceptionnelle is an exceptional measure. Exceptionnellement can mean 'exceptionally' or 'on this one occasion (only).'
Examples
"Cet athlète possède un talent exceptionnel."
Natural Translation
This athlete has an exceptional talent.
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