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

Some of our ensemble casts include major film stars alongside narrators who’ve spent their entire careers in audio, and the chemistry is unparalleled. — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2026

The crew, the infrastructure, the facilities were unparalleled in the world. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2026

The United States leads the world in the sophistication and power of its artificial intelligence models, and its innovation base and investment in research and development remain unparalleled. — Lin Chia-Lung, Foreign Affairs, 3 Nov. 2026

Honda Strangely, despite Honda’s unparalleled history in engine development, the company opted out of creating a proprietary motor system. — New Atlas, 3 Nov. 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