Peerless: meaning, definitions and examples

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peerless

 

[ ˈpɪərlɪs ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing someone or something

Unequaled, unmatched, incomparable. Describing someone or something that is so exceptional that it stands above all others.

Synonyms

incomparable, matchless, unrivaled.

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Word Description / Examples
peerless

Use this word to emphasize that someone or something is unsurpassed in their qualities, often in a specific area or skill.

  • Her voice is peerless in the world of opera
  • The athlete's dedication is peerless
matchless

Use 'matchless' to indicate that someone or something has no equal and cannot be matched, often with a sense of admiration.

  • She has matchless skill in painting
  • The matchless elegance of the dress caught everyone's attention
unrivaled

This word is suitable for describing someone or something that surpasses all others and faces no competition.

  • His knowledge of ancient history is unrivaled
  • The new smartphone offers unrivaled technology
incomparable

This word is appropriate when highlighting that comparing someone or something to others is futile because of their superior quality.

  • The beauty of the sunset was incomparable
  • His performance was incomparable with anything I've seen before

Examples of usage

  • His peerless talent on the basketball court led his team to victory.
  • The artist's peerless mastery of color and light captivated audiences around the world.
Context #2 | Adjective

describing beauty or elegance

Having no equal in beauty or elegance. Describing something that is truly exceptional and stands out for its beauty.

Synonyms

exquisite, flawless, perfect.

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peerless

Use this word when you want to highlight the unmatched quality or uniqueness of a person or thing compared to others. It emphasizes that nothing else can compare.

  • Her performance was peerless, leaving the audience in awe
  • The athlete's record is peerless in the history of the sport
exquisite

This word is ideal for describing something that is exceptionally beautiful, delicate, or finely crafted. It implies a high level of aesthetic or sensory pleasure.

  • The painting was an exquisite piece of art, admired by everyone
  • She wore an exquisite dress to the gala
flawless

Use 'flawless' when you want to describe something that is without any imperfections or mistakes. It is often used to emphasize perfection in detail or execution.

  • Her performance was flawless; every note was perfect
  • The diamond was flawless, without a single blemish
perfect

This is a more general term for something that is as good as it can possibly be in every aspect. It can be used in various contexts, from casual to formal, to indicate something that meets the highest standards.

  • The weather was perfect for a day at the beach
  • He gave a perfect answer to the question

Examples of usage

  • The ballroom was adorned with peerless chandeliers that sparkled in the light.
  • Her peerless grace and charm left everyone in awe.

Translations

Translations of the word "peerless" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incomparável

🇮🇳 बेमिसाल

🇩🇪 unvergleichlich

🇮🇩 tak tertandingi

🇺🇦 незрівнянний

🇵🇱 niezrównany

🇯🇵 比類のない (ひるいのない)

🇫🇷 incomparable

🇪🇸 incomparable

🇹🇷 eşsiz

🇰🇷 비할 데 없는

🇸🇦 لا مثيل له

🇨🇿 nesrovnatelný

🇸🇰 neporovnateľný

🇨🇳 无与伦比 (wú yǔ lún bǐ)

🇸🇮 neprimerljiv

🇮🇸 óviðjafnanlegur

🇰🇿 теңдесі жоқ

🇬🇪 შეუდარებელი

🇦🇿 müqayisəsiz

🇲🇽 incomparable

Etymology

The word 'peerless' originated from the Middle English 'perles', which meant 'without equal'. Over time, it evolved into the current form 'peerless', emphasizing the idea of being unmatched or incomparable. The term has been used since the 15th century to describe things or people that are truly exceptional and stand out among others.

See also: peer, peerage, peeress, peers.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,849, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.