undefeated

adjective

un·​de·​feat·​ed ˌən-di-ˈfē-təd How to pronounce undefeated (audio)
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Synonyms of undefeatednext
: not defeated : not having suffered a defeat
an undefeated team/player
: not including any losses or defeats
an undefeated season
a team with an undefeated record

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Cribbs’ 2024 squad won the District 4-6A title with an undefeated run en route to a regional final appearance. Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2026 Justin Gaethje In the main event of the UFC White House card, Ilia Topuria (17-0) puts his undefeated record and UFC lightweight title on the line against interim 155-pound titleholder Justin Gaethje (27-5). Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026 Still, devoted fans are right to be excited to see the undefeated Topuria, who has pledged to knock out the popular Gaethje in the first round, and another powerful puncher in Pereira, who recently starred in an action movie. Mark Puleo, New York Times, 13 June 2026 The Ipswich boys lacrosse team was undefeated prior to its forfeiture. Ryan Canfield Outkick, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for undefeated

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1775, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of undefeated was circa 1775

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“Undefeated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undefeated. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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