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Incomparably: meaning, definitions and examples

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incomparably

 

[ ɪnˈkɛm.pə.rə.bli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

comparison, degree

Incomparably means in a way that is not able to be compared; to such a degree that comparison is impossible. It is used to emphasize the superiority or uniqueness of something when compared to others.

Synonyms

inimitable, superior, unequaled, unmatched

Examples of usage

  • Her talent is incomparably greater than others.
  • This book is incomparably better than the last one.
  • He has incomparably more experience in this field.
  • The view from the mountain is incomparably beautiful.

Translations

Translations of the word "incomparably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incomparavelmente

🇮🇳 अतुलनीय रूप से

🇩🇪 unvergleichlich

🇮🇩 tak terbanding

🇺🇦 незрівнянно

🇵🇱 nieporównywalnie

🇯🇵 比類のないほど

🇫🇷 incomparable

🇪🇸 incomparablemente

🇹🇷 kıyaslanamaz bir şekilde

🇰🇷 비교할 수 없이

🇸🇦 بلا مقارنة

🇨🇿 neporovnatelně

🇸🇰 neporovnateľne

🇨🇳 无与伦比地

🇸🇮 neprimerljivo

🇮🇸 óviðjafandi

🇰🇿 салыстыруға келмейтін

🇬🇪 შეუდარებლად

🇦🇿 müqayisə olunmaz şəkildə

🇲🇽 incomparablemente

Etymology

The word 'incomparably' originates from the Latin term 'incomparabilis', which translates to 'not to be compared'. This Latin term is constructed from the prefix 'in-', meaning 'not', and 'comparabilis', which comes from 'comparare', meaning 'to compare'. The evolution into English occurred in the 17th century, where it was adopted with the same prefix indicating negation and the root relating to comparison. Over time, 'incomparably' has become a way to denote an entity or quality that stands out so significantly that it defies comparison. This term encompasses both a literal and figurative sense, often utilized in literature and speech to elevate the qualities of a subject, underscoring its exceptional nature.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,060, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.