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

There’s an unmistakable momentum to new relationships. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026

Vintage memorabilia, chrome accents, retro booths, and tabletop jukeboxes complete the diner’s unmistakable mid-century atmosphere. —Lauren Dana Ellman, Midwest Living, 31 May 2026

And Monroe's blonde legacy is so unmistakable that Lady Gaga's platinum pose recalls Monroe because of its evocation of Madonna. —Rebecca Mead, Allure, 29 May 2026

Listing agent Tiegen Boberg of Coldwell Banker Realty said the home’s appeal was unmistakable but specific, the kind of property that doesn’t fit neatly into a typical buyer checklist. —David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 May 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