Incomparable: meaning, definitions and examples
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incomparable
[ ɪnˈkɒmp(ə)rəb(ə)l ]
quality of being unmatched
Incomparable means beyond comparison or incapable of being compared, usually due to being of a higher quality or degree than anything else. It signifies uniqueness and superiority.
Synonyms
matchless, peerless, unequaled, unrivaled, unsurpassed.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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incomparable |
Used to describe something or someone so exceptional that it is beyond comparison.
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matchless |
Implies something having no equal, often used in literature or to describe skills and qualities.
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peerless |
Emphasizes the uniqueness and superiority of something or someone, often in artistic or professional contexts.
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unequaled |
Highlights the fact that something or someone is unmatched in a specific area or characteristic.
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unrivaled |
Best used to describe something that has no rivals or competitors, implying dominance.
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unsurpassed |
Indicates that something has not been exceeded by anything else, often in terms of quality or achievement.
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Examples of usage
- The beauty of the sunset was incomparable.
- His talent in music was incomparable to anyone else in the industry.
- The love she felt for her children was incomparable.
Translations
Translations of the word "incomparable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 incomparável
🇮🇳 अतुलनीय
🇩🇪 unvergleichlich
🇮🇩 tak tertandingi
🇺🇦 незрівнянний
🇵🇱 nieporównywalny
🇯🇵 比類のない
🇫🇷 incomparable
🇪🇸 incomparable
🇹🇷 eşsiz
🇰🇷 비할 데 없는
🇸🇦 لا مثيل له
🇨🇿 nesrovnatelný
🇸🇰 neporovnateľný
🇨🇳 无与伦比的
🇸🇮 neprimerljiv
🇮🇸 óviðjafnanlegur
🇰🇿 салыстыруға келмейтін
🇬🇪 შეუდარებელი
🇦🇿 müqayisəedilməz
🇲🇽 incomparable
Etymology
The word 'incomparable' originated from the Latin word 'incomparabilis', which is a combination of 'in-' (not) and 'comparabilis' (comparable). It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The concept of incomparability has been valued throughout history, as it denotes something that is truly exceptional and unparalleled.
See also: comparable, comparably, comparative, comparatively, comparator, compare, comparer, comparison, comparisons.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #16,115, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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