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

The illustrative nature of a comic is unparalleled in its ability to transport people. — Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026

There’s no wrong answer there, with Crosby offering two decades of nearly unparalleled excellence while Lemieux’s peak may have been higher than anyone who ever lived. — Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 26 June 2026

Its decorative and iconographic complexity are unparalleled, says Esther Rodríguez, one of the co-directors of the investigation. — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 25 June 2026

Gen Z, raised with unparalleled access to technology, has pushed back harder against what many call brain rot, looking for tactile, screen-free time together. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 24 June 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