Big
Big adjective - Having great meaning or lasting effect.
Usage example: there will be a big meeting to resolve the issue
Exceptional and big are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Exceptional" instead an adjective "Big".
Nearby Word: bigness
Exceptional
Exceptional adjective - Being out of the ordinary.
Big and exceptional are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Big" instead an adjective "Exceptional".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Although there is a big fight near the end of the film, none of the hero's opponents shows any exceptional skills.
Source: Film / Hussar Ballad - Big Windup Invoked - Momome points out that despite Tajima's exceptional speed and accuracy, he just doesn't have the build to be a power hitter in baseball.
Source: Weak, but Skilled -
Some even were awarded the title of Hero of the Soviet Union, only given for exceptional acts of heroism or inflicting big losses to enemy.
Source: The Squadette
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