Unparalleled: meaning, definitions and examples

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unparalleled

 

[ ʌnˈparəˌleld ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

incomparable

Having no equal; unmatched or unrivaled in quality or extent.

Synonyms

incomparable, matchless, peerless, unequaled, unmatched.

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Word Description / Examples
unparalleled

Used to describe something that has no equal in its field or category, emphasizing its uniqueness and superiority.

  • Her dedication to the job is unparalleled
  • The beauty of this landscape is unparalleled
incomparable

Highlights the uniqueness of something, making it impossible to compare with anything else.

  • The thrill of skydiving is incomparable
  • She has an incomparable talent for music
matchless

Often used for something that surpasses all others in quality, typically in a specific aspect.

  • His paintings are matchless in their detail
  • The chef's matchless skill in the kitchen is well-known
peerless

Used for someone or something outstanding beyond comparison, often in terms of ability or skill.

  • Her peerless performance on stage won her numerous awards
  • The athlete's peerless stamina made him a champion
unequaled

Describes something that has not been equaled by anyone or anything, stressing that no one has reached its level.

  • The record he set remains unequaled to this day
  • Her kindness is unequaled
unmatched

Implying that something stands alone in terms of quality or achievement, often highlighting its superiority in comparison to others.

  • His dedication to research is unmatched
  • The team's unbeaten record is unmatched

Examples of usage

  • Her beauty was unparalleled, turning heads wherever she went.
  • The team's success was unparalleled, winning every game in the season.
  • The level of customer service at this hotel is unparalleled, exceeding all expectations.
  • His talent as a musician is unparalleled, earning him worldwide recognition.
  • The company's commitment to innovation is unparalleled, setting them apart from their competitors.

Translations

Translations of the word "unparalleled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incomparável

🇮🇳 बेजोड़

🇩🇪 unvergleichlich

🇮🇩 tak tertandingi

🇺🇦 незрівнянний

🇵🇱 niezrównany

🇯🇵 比類のない

🇫🇷 inégalé

🇪🇸 incomparable

🇹🇷 eşsiz

🇰🇷 비할 데 없는

🇸🇦 لا مثيل له

🇨🇿 nesrovnatelný

🇸🇰 neporovnateľný

🇨🇳 无与伦比的

🇸🇮 neprimerljiv

🇮🇸 ósamþýðanlegur

🇰🇿 теңдесі жоқ

🇬🇪 შეუდარებელი

🇦🇿 misilsiz

🇲🇽 incomparable

Etymology

The word 'unparalleled' originated from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'without', and the word 'paralleled', derived from the Latin word 'parallēlus'. The concept of something being unparalleled has been used throughout history to describe things that have no equal or are unmatched in their quality or extent.

See also: parallel, parallelepiped, parallelism, parallelizing, parallelogram, parallels.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,869, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.