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

For a roster known for unparalleled consistency and competitive resilience, the result was shocking. —Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026

My time serving the city and the depth of my knowledge of the district are unparalleled and differentiate me from the rest of the field. —Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 26 May 2026

Vitinha and Joao Neves are just too fleet-footed and dynamic to separate in midfield, while Federico Valverde adds unparalleled forward drive and energy alongside them. —The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 22 May 2026

One of the season’s crowning achievements was its depiction of the game’s iconic Las Vegas Strip, with a size and scale unparalleled by anything else on television. —Scott Huver, Variety, 20 May 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