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

• incomparable
• inimitable
• matchless
• nonpareil
• only
• peerless
• unequaled
• unequalled
• unexampled
• unmatched
• unrivaled
• unrivalled
• unsurpassable
• 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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At the heart of this pivotal period lies the sales kickoff—an event that, when executed correctly, can set the stage for a year of unparalleled success. —Anjai Lal, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025

Anyone who has made the switch to a cordless vacuum knows the unparalleled convenience that comes from moving room to room untethered. —Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025

Ryan, a career educator, said his decades of classroom experience give him unparalleled insight into Fort Worth’s schools. —Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unparalleled

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

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