Unparalleled — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈper-ə-ˌleld/ un·par·al·leled

Meaning & Definition of Unparalleled

Unparalleled (adjective)

  1. having no parallel; especially, having no equal or match, unique in kind or quality

Unparalleled (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability

    "an antique vase of unparalleled beauty"

    similar: incomparable, inimitable, matchless, nonpareil, only, peerless, unequaled, unexampled, unmatched, 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 Unparalleled

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unparalleled:

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

Related Words for Unparalleled

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 Unparalleled

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

Origin & Etymology of Unparalleled

First known use: 1601

Frequently Asked Questions about Unparalleled

What does "Unparalleled" mean?

"Unparalleled" means having no parallel; especially, having no equal or match, unique in kind or quality. As an adjective, it is defined as: having no parallel; especially, having no equal or match, unique in kind or quality.

What is another word for "Unparalleled"?

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

What are different ways to say "Unparalleled"?

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

How do you use "Unparalleled" in a sentence?

Examples of "Unparalleled" in a sentence: "an antique vase of unparalleled beauty".

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

"Unparalleled" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unparalleled"?

"Unparalleled" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈper-ə-ˌleld/ and divided into syllables as un·par·al·leled.

What is the origin of the word "Unparalleled"?

First known use: 1601.

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

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