unmistakable

adjective

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

: not capable of being mistaken or misunderstood : clear

unmistakably

ˌən-mə-ˈstā-kə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms

• apparent
• bald
• bald-faced
• barefaced
• bright-line
• broad
• clear
• clear-cut
• crystal clear
• decided
• distinct
• evident
• lucid
• luculent
• luminous
• manifest
• nonambiguous
• obvious
• open-and-shut
• palpable
• patent
• pellucid
• perspicuous
• plain
• ringing
• straightforward
• transparent
• unambiguous
• unambivalent
• unequivocal

Examples of unmistakable in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

As a teen, he was most drawn to the silky sing-rapping of Puerto Rican masters Arcangel and J Alvarez, but quickly realized his own songs needed an unmistakable Mexican signature. —Richard Villegas, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2024

Key trends: Sporty, elegant ease paired with unmistakable refinement; play on textures; sheer layers and organza for a delicate touch; jumbo stripes; white dresses with the blend of craftsmanship with modern style; elevated thong sandals. —David Moin, WWD, 11 Sep. 2024

Jones and his unmistakable voice starred in more than 80 films during his lengthy career, including Star Wars, Coming to America, The Hunt for Red October, The Sandlot, and The Lion King. —Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2024

The Niners’ early-down run success set a tone for the game that was unmistakable. —Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

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