rarity

• Substantivo que designa o estado ou qualidade de ser raro, incomum ou pouco frequente; também se aplica a um objeto, qualidade ou evento que é incomum e frequentemente valioso por sua escassez.

A noun referring to the state of being scarce, uncommon, or infrequent; also used to describe an object or quality that is unusual or valuable due to its scarcity.

1. Noteworthy scarcityB2formal

   The state or quality of being rare, especially in a way that attracts attention or value.

   Raridade

   • The rarity of the gemstone made it extremely valuable.
   • Due to its rarity, the antique coin sold for a high price.
   • The rarity of such a clear night in the city was remarkable.

   Sinônimosinfrequencyrarenessscarcityuncommonnessunusualness

   Antônimoscommonnessfamiliarityfrequencyubiquity

2. Rarified qualityC1formal

   A quality of being refined, elevated, or exclusive, often associated with high standards or sophistication.

   Refinamento

   • The rarity of her taste in art was admired by critics.
   • The event had a certain rarity, attracting only the most distinguished guests.
   • His writing possesses a rarity that sets it apart from popular fiction.

   Sinônimosdistinctionelevationfinenessrefinement

   Antônimoscommonnessordinarinessvulgarity

3. Unusual or collectible itemB2informal

   Something that is uncommon and often considered worthy of collecting or preserving.

   Raridade

   • This stamp is a real rarity among collectors.
   • The bookstore had a rarity: a first edition of the novel.
   • Finding a working model of that old car is a rarity.

   Sinônimoscollectiblecuriocuriosityfindgemodditytreasure

   Antônimoscommonalitycommonplace