Incomparable — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /(ˌ)in-ˈkäm-p(ə-)rə-bəl/ in·com·pa·ra·ble

Meaning & Definition of Incomparable

Incomparable (adjective)

  1. eminent beyond comparison, matchless
  2. not suitable for comparison

Incomparable (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability

    "the incomparable jewel known as the Hope Diamond"

    similar: inimitable, matchless, nonpareil, only, peerless, unequaled, unexampled, unmatched, unparalleled, unrivaled, unsurpassable, unsurpassed, out of sight
    related: alone, singular, unique, exceptional, extraordinary, rare, uncommon, unusual, A-OK, A1, awesome, bang-up, banner, beautiful, blue-chip, boffo, bonny (chiefly British), boss (slang), brag, brave, bully, bumper, capital, choice, classic, cool (slang), corking, crackerjack, cracking, dandy, divine, dope (slang), down (slang), dynamite, excellent, fab, fabulous, famous, fantabulous (slang), fantastic, fine, first-class, first-rate, first-string, five-star, frontline, gangbusters, gone (slang), grand, great, groovy, heavenly, high-class, hot, hype (slang), immense, jim-dandy, keen, lovely, marvelous, mean, neat, nifty, noble, number one, numero uno, out-of-sight (slang), par excellence, peachy, peachy keen, phat (slang), prime, primo (slang), prize, prizewinning, quality, radical (slang), righteous (slang), sensational, splendid, stellar, sterling, superb, superior, superlative, supernal, swell, terrific, tip-top, top, top-notch, wizard (chiefly British), wonderful, better, preferred, fancy, high-grade, special
    near: common, commonplace, everyday, familiar, frequent, garden, household, normal, ordinary, routine, ubiquitous, usual, inferior, lesser, worse, worst, bad, bastard, bush, bush-league, deficient, depressed, dissatisfactory, ill, lame, lousy, low, lower, off, paltry, poor, punk, substandard, unacceptable, unsatisfactory, wanting, low-grade, mediocre, second-class, second-rate, atrocious, awful, execrable, pathetic, rotten, terrible, vile, wretched

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Incomparable

The most common words with a similar meaning to Incomparable:

inimitable, matchless, nonpareil, only, peerless, unequaled, unexampled, unmatched, unparalleled, unrivaled, unsurpassable, unsurpassed, out of sight

Related Words for Incomparable

alone, singular, unique, exceptional, extraordinary, rare, uncommon, unusual, A-OK, A1, awesome, bang-up, banner, beautiful, blue-chip, boffo, bonny, boss, brag, brave, bully, bumper, capital, choice, classic, cool, corking, crackerjack, cracking, dandy

Near Antonyms of Incomparable

common, commonplace, everyday, familiar, frequent, garden, household, normal, ordinary, routine, ubiquitous, usual, inferior, lesser, worse, worst, bad, bastard, bush, bush-league, deficient, depressed, dissatisfactory, ill, lame, lousy, low, lower, off, paltry

Word Forms of Incomparable

Derived words: incomparability (noun), incomparably (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Incomparable

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin incomparabilis, from in- + comparabilis comparable

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Incomparable

What does "Incomparable" mean?

"Incomparable" means eminent beyond comparison, matchless. As an adjective, it is defined as: eminent beyond comparison, matchless.

What is another word for "Incomparable"?

Other words for "Incomparable" include inimitable, matchless, nonpareil, only, peerless, unequaled, unexampled and unmatched. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Incomparable" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Incomparable"?

There are 111 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Incomparable". Common alternatives include inimitable, matchless, nonpareil, only, peerless, unequaled, unexampled, unmatched, unparalleled and unrivaled.

How do you use "Incomparable" in a sentence?

Examples of "Incomparable" in a sentence: "the incomparable jewel known as the Hope Diamond".

Is "Incomparable" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Incomparable" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Incomparable"?

"Incomparable" is pronounced /(ˌ)in-ˈkäm-p(ə-)rə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as in·com·pa·ra·ble.

What is the origin of the word "Incomparable"?

"Incomparable" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin incomparabilis, from in- + comparabilis comparable. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Incomparable" meaning "having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability"?

When "Incomparable" (adjective) means having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability, synonyms include inimitable, matchless, nonpareil, only, peerless and unequaled.