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unmistakable

adjective

un·​mis·​tak·​able ˌən-mə-ˈstā-kə-bəl How to pronounce unmistakable (audio)
Synonyms of unmistakablenext
: not capable of being mistaken or misunderstood : clear
an unmistakable note of excitement in his voice
The evidence supporting their claim is unmistakable.
unmistakably adverb

Examples of unmistakable in a Sentence

a glint in his eye that was an unmistakable expression of greed
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Her mix of satin and cashmere, red-and-green accents, and cold-weather staples like tall boots offers comfort, shine, and that unmistakable Meghan polish. Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 5 Dec. 2025 Then the shift became unmistakable. Amanda Jackson, CNN Money, 5 Dec. 2025 Best known for her iconic belly dancing moves, Shakira has an unmistakable style, and commenters think Jessie has it too. Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2025 The result is a collection of songs that feel like diary entries set to rhythm—raw, melodic confessions wrapped in the warmth of her unmistakable voice. Essence, 4 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unmistakable

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unmistakable was in 1827

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“Unmistakable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unmistakable. Accessed 7 Dec. 2025.

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unmistakable

adjective
un·​mis·​tak·​able ˌən-mə-ˈstā-kə-bəl How to pronounce unmistakable (audio)
ˈən-
: not capable of being mistaken or misunderstood : clear, obvious
unmistakably adverb

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