unmistakable

adjective

un·​mis·​tak·​able ˌən-mə-ˈstā-kə-bəl 

: not capable of being mistaken or misunderstood : clear

an unmistakable note of excitement in his voice

The evidence supporting their claim is unmistakable.

unmistakably

ˌən-mə-ˈstā-kə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms of unmistakable

• obvious
• apparent
• evident
• clear
• distinct
• straightforward

Examples of unmistakable in a Sentence

a glint in his eye that was an unmistakable expression of greed

Recent Examples on the Web

Wilde cultivated an unmistakable appearance through his clothing, aestheticism, and flamboyance. — William Arruda, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Wonder Woman’s costume is an unmistakable part of her enduring appeal. — Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026

The film is also interested in the man behind those unmistakable melodies. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 27 Aug. 2026

Both films had wonderful ensembles, ingenious writing and an unmistakable sense of occasion. — Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unmistakable

• unbreakable
• unshakable
• breakable

Kids Definition

unmistakable

adjective

un·​mis·​tak·​able ˌən-mə-ˈstā-kə-bəl 

ˈən-

: not capable of being mistaken or misunderstood : clear, obvious

unmistakably

-blē 

adverb