Unmatchable: meaning, definitions and examples
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unmatchable
[ ʌnˈmætʃəbl ]
quality or ability
Unmatchable refers to something that cannot be matched or compared to anything else due to its exceptional quality or ability. It signifies a uniqueness that sets an object or individual apart from others.
Synonyms
incomparable, peerless, unequaled, unrivaled.
Examples of usage
- Her talent is unmatchable in the industry.
- The resort offers unmatchable views of the mountains.
- He has an unmatchable skill set that makes him an asset to any team.
Etymology
The word 'unmatchable' is formed by the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' added to the root word 'match', which comes from the Old English 'mæccan', meaning 'to make equal or to put in the same category.' The suffix '-able' indicates that something is capable of being matched. The combination implies a quality that cannot be matched by any other. This term began being used in the English language around the late 19th century, signifying an increasing admiration for exceptional qualities in various contexts, from art and literature to sports and business.