Inimitably: meaning, definitions and examples
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inimitably
[ ɪˈnɪmɪtəblɪ ]
manner of uniqueness
Inimitably means in a manner that is impossible to imitate or replicate. It indicates a quality of being so unique or original that it cannot be copied.
Synonyms
irreplaceably, singularly, uniquely, unmatched.
Examples of usage
- She plays the piano inimitably, capturing the emotions of every piece.
- His storytelling was so inimitably charming that the audience was captivated.
- The artist's style is inimitably distinct, setting her apart from her contemporaries.
Translations
Translations of the word "inimitably" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inimitavelmente
🇮🇳 अनुकरणीय रूप से
🇩🇪 unnachahmlich
🇮🇩 tidak tertandingi
🇺🇦 незрівнянно
🇵🇱 niedościgniony
🇯🇵 模倣できないほど
🇫🇷 inimitablement
🇪🇸 inamoviblemente
🇹🇷 taklit edilemez şekilde
🇰🇷 모방할 수 없게
🇸🇦 بشكل لا يمكن تقليده
🇨🇿 nenapodobitelně
🇸🇰 nápadne
🇨🇳 无与伦比地
🇸🇮 neponovljivo
🇮🇸 ó eftirherma
🇰🇿 ұқсас келмейтін
🇬🇪 გაუთვალისწინებლად
🇦🇿 nadir
🇲🇽 inamoviblemente
Etymology
The word 'inimitably' derives from the Latin 'inimitabilis', where 'in-' means 'not' and 'imitabilis' means 'able to be imitated'. The root 'imitari' means 'to imitate'. It began to appear in English usage in the early 19th century. The transition from Latin to English typically involved retaining the original meaning of the impossibility of imitation, a concept that has fascinated thinkers throughout history. It connotes a heightened appreciation of originality, creativity, and personal expression, often employed to describe artists, musicians, and writers who exhibit extraordinary capabilities that defy replication. This word has continued to evolve and be utilized in various contexts, emphasizing the rarity and special qualities of individuals, works of art, or particular performances that stand out as unparalleled.