Inimitable: meaning, definitions and examples
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inimitable
[ ɪˈnɪmɪtəbl ]
unique quality
Inimitable refers to something that is so unique or extraordinary that it cannot be imitated or replicated. This term often describes people, styles, or performances that stand out due to their distinctiveness.
Synonyms
irreplaceable, singular, unique, unmatchable.
Examples of usage
- Her inimitable style made her a fashion icon.
- The artist's inimitable brushwork set him apart from his contemporaries.
- He had an inimitable ability to make people laugh.
- The comedian’s inimitable humor kept the audience engaged.
- The chef's inimitable dishes attracted food lovers from all over.
Translations
Translations of the word "inimitable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inimitável
🇮🇳 अनुकरणीय
🇩🇪 unnachahmlich
🇮🇩 tak tertandingi
🇺🇦 незрівнянний
🇵🇱 niedościgniony
🇯🇵 比類のない
🇫🇷 inimitable
🇪🇸 inimitable
🇹🇷 taklit edilemez
🇰🇷 비할 데 없는
🇸🇦 لا يمكن تقليده
🇨🇿 nenapodobitelný
🇸🇰 nenapodobiteľný
🇨🇳 无与伦比的
🇸🇮 neponovljiv
🇮🇸 ósvipaður
🇰🇿 ұқсас емес
🇬🇪 უღირსი
🇦🇿 təkraredilməz
🇲🇽 inimitable
Etymology
The word 'inimitable' originates from the late Middle English, derived from the Latin word 'inimitabilis', which is a combination of 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'imitabilis' meaning 'able to be imitated'. The Latin word itself comes from 'imitari', meaning 'to imitate'. The word has been in common use in English since the 16th century, primarily in literary and artistic contexts to describe qualities that are unique and cannot be replicated. Over time, 'inimitable' has become synonymous with excellence and distinctiveness, often used to praise individuals or creations that stand out in their respective fields.