INIMITABLE Synonyms: 165 Similar and Opposite Words

inimitable

adjective

(ˌ)i-ˈni-mə-tə-bəl

Definition of inimitable

as in only

having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability an inimitable performer of violin solos

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Recent Examples of inimitable Below, dive into the most striking buildings completed by the inimitable force. — Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2026 Whether too slow, too heavy, too fluffy, or in the case of the inimitable Daniil Medvedev, allegedly not round, tennis balls have come in for all kinds of criticism. — James Hansen, New York Times, 20 July 2026 The Dark Knight' (2008) Nolan pulled off one of the best superhero movies ever, thanks in large part to Heath Ledger's inimitable performance as the chaotic, unpredictable Joker. — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 17 July 2026 Jones eventually embraced a broad swath of influences ranging from the inimitable Stevie Wonder to prog-rock virtuoso Keith Emerson. — Dave Gil De Rubio, Daily News, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for inimitable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for inimitable

Adjective

To worsen matters, the tent’s only electrolyte analyzer was backlogged and every vital-signs monitor was in use.

— Vibhu Krishna, STAT, 2 Oct. 2026
In addition, only officers who have completed one of five specific agency training courses can conduct vehicle stops.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of only

Adjective

This keeps the performance informal and keeps the narrative — a staggering odyssey of injustices, abuses, travel adventures, extraordinary coincidences, losses, reunions, reflections and self-analysis — from becoming sensationalized.

— Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
Guadagnino speaks in calligraphy; adjectives almost certainly accompany a proper name — the extraordinary, the wonderful, the genius.

— E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of extraordinary

Adjective

There’s an excellent Anantara Spa and a state-of-the-art fitness center onsite, but the highlight of the property is its 60-foot-long oceanfront infinity pool, which overlooks the entire expanse of Stone Town beach.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Mikey Madison is excellent as a whistleblower driven by love, not spite.

— Jordan Moreau, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of excellent

Adjective

Paul Anger, Richard Bush, Jorge Rojas, Alex Mena, John Devine — and the incomparable John Wolin, my true mentor along with Pope.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026
And the number moved enough that the Census Bureau took the unusual step of declaring the old and new figures incomparable, creating a new time series from December 4, 2025, and filing the earlier data under historical.

— Ajay Pundhir, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of incomparable

Adjective

Her career demonstrates extraordinary range, an exceptional level of acting and at the same time, a very special connection with audiences.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 2 Oct. 2026
Nonetheless, the association of Nike with exceptional athletes remains a litmus test for relevance, consumer sentiment, and brand equity — all metrics Hill should be working toward as part of his ongoing brand turnaround.

— Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of exceptional

Adjective

These passages seem unparalleled in literature and somehow bypass the brain to jolt the nervous system directly.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2026
Italy offers an unparalleled combination of natural beauty, a rich artistic and cultural heritage, and iconic global brands spanning fashion, design, and technology.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of unparalleled

Adjective

It is generally agreed that Helen, the woman of matchless beauty who indirectly caused the Trojan War by eloping with (or being abducted by) the Trojan prince Paris, belongs to the realm of fiction and not fact, as do Achilles and other mythological figures.

— Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Apr. 2026
The pecan version adds a nutty crunch, but the original rolls are matchless as is.

— Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026

Definition of matchless

Adjective

Beat shows how so many of the sounds that were prevalent in the mid-’90s contained a unique, end-of-the century sadness.

— Sadie Sartini Garner, Pitchfork, 4 Oct. 2026
Instead, the self-regulating organization takes the day-to-day lead in devising standards, conducting oversight, enforcing rules, and punishing bad actors, drawing on its business members’ unique knowledge and real-world expertise.

— William R. Gruver, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2026

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