peerless

adjective

peer·​less ˈpir-ləs How to pronounce peerless (audio)

Examples of peerless in a Sentence

As an athlete he is peerless. the show's enduring success was a testimony to the peerless talents of its ensemble cast
Recent Examples on the Web Then, steps were taken to ensure the long-term preservation of these peerless treasures. Aparna Prabhakar, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024 Remembering the peerless Toni Morrison Segal also brought this approach to ideological truths, few of which made the grade. James Marcus, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2024 The singer known for her peerless vocals and warehouse full of bespoke, bedazzled gowns is the definition of musical elegance. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2024 The Pentagon in July said Sentinel was necessary and peerless, and that the Air Force should proceed, albeit with major changes. Colin Demarest, Axios, 11 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for peerless 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of peerless was in the 14th century

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“Peerless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peerless. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

peerless

adjective
peer·​less ˈpi(ə)r-ləs How to pronounce peerless (audio)
: having no equal
peerless beauty
peerlessly adverb
peerlessness noun

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