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

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Its universities remain unparalleled, its venture capital ecosystem remains unmatched, its semiconductor industry continues to underpin the global AI economy, and its frontier laboratories continue producing extraordinary breakthroughs. — Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2026

Escape the ordinary cruise experience aboard the Emerald Sakara, a 2023 superyacht offering unparalleled Mediterranean luxury for just 100 guests. — Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

These rigs provide unparalleled fishing for myriad gamefish species. — Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 29 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unparalleled

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

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