unparalleled

adjective

un·​par·​al·​leled ˌən-ˈper-ə-ˌleld 

-ləld, 

-ˈpa-rə-

: having no parallel

especially : having no equal or match : unique in kind or quality

Synonyms of unparalleled

• only
• extraordinary
• exceptional
• excellent
• unrivaled
• unmatched
• unequaled
• unsurpassed

Examples of unparalleled in a Sentence

War crimes of this type are unparalleled in history.

The new telescope offers an unparalleled opportunity to conduct research.

Her knowledge of the subject is unparalleled.

Recent Examples on the Web

No doubt the collectors are staying at the Hotel Cipriani on Giudecca, which make up for the inconvenience of leaving the vicinity of San Marco with the unparalleled luxury and complete insulation from the masses crawling over the canals. —Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 5 May 2026

Tofino's unparalleled food scene helped the author to flesh out Frankie's career as a chef and recipe developer. —Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026

This walkable pier juts into Tampa Bay and offers unparalleled views of the city. —India Amos, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2026

Five is nice, but 17 straight is a dynasty unparalleled in City Section history. —Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unparalleled

• barrelled
• beheld
• chiselled
• compelled
• dispelled
• excelled
• expelled
• handheld
• impelled
• marvelled
• misspelled
• modelled

Kids Definition

unparalleled

adjective

un·​par·​al·​leled ˌən-ˈpar-ə-ˌleld 

-ləld, 

ˈən-

: having no parallel

especially : having no equal or match : unsurpassed

a scene of unparalleled beauty