Unrivalled: meaning, definitions and examples

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unrivalled

 

[ ʌnˈraɪvld ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

comparing quality

Unrivalled refers to something that has no equal or competitor. It describes a state of being superior to all others in quality or achievement, often suggesting that it is unmatched in its excellence.

Synonyms

incomparable, peerless, supreme, unmatched

Examples of usage

  • Her unrivalled talent astounded everyone at the competition.
  • The restaurant is known for its unrivalled ambiance and service.
  • He held an unrivalled position in the field of academics.

Translations

Translations of the word "unrivalled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incomparável

🇮🇳 अतुलनीय

🇩🇪 unvergleichlich

🇮🇩 tak tertandingi

🇺🇦 незрівнянний

🇵🇱 nieporównywalny

🇯🇵 比類のない

🇫🇷 inégalé

🇪🇸 inigualable

🇹🇷 eşsiz

🇰🇷 비할 데 없는

🇸🇦 لا مثيل له

🇨🇿 neporovnatelný

🇸🇰 neporovnateľný

🇨🇳 无与伦比

🇸🇮 neprimerljiv

🇮🇸 óviðjafnanlegt

🇰🇿 теңдесі жоқ

🇬🇪 შეუდარებელი

🇦🇿 benzersiz

🇲🇽 inigualable

Word origin

The term 'unrivalled' originates from the early 15th century, derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'rival', which comes from the Latin 'rivalis'. The Latin term 'rivalis' refers to one who competes for something, particularly in a negative sense. The expression emphasizes the idea of lacking a rival in any aspect, thereby underscoring superiority. Over time, 'unrivalled' has been commonly used in both literal and figurative contexts to signify excellence in various fields such as sports, arts, and academics. As the language evolved, the term maintained its focus on highlighting the absence of competition, making it a powerful descriptor for anything considered supreme or outstanding.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,622, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.