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adjective

ˌnän-pə-ˈrel How to pronounce nonpareil (audio)
Definition of nonpareilnext
as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability the nonpareil beauty of Helen of Troy

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nonpareil

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noun

as in model
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation among the knights of the Round Table, Galahad stood alone as the nonpareil of nobility and selflessness

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Recent Examples of nonpareil
Adjective
This nonpareil vision, according to the reporting, has helped Humans& to already raise $480 million in seed funding despite launching just three months ago. — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 22 Jan. 2026 Corinthian’s collection of suites, spas, and dining options are nonpareil. — Kathleen Turner, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Noun
These buttery shortbread crisps are bathed in a sweet yogurt icing and topped with colorful nonpareils for a bit of extra crunch. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 6 Apr. 2026 The Original Glazed doughnut is dipped in blue vanilla icing, sprinkled with Oreo crunch and white nonpareils. — Greta Cross, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nonpareil
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonpareil
  1. only
  2. model
  3. peerless
  4. idea
  5. excellent
  6. example
  7. inimitable
  8. incarnation
Adjective
  • While maximalist trends often signify that louder pieces are the only way to look fashion-forward, bold styles are ultimately fickle and harder to reinvent in new looks.
    — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Mitchell Evans, offensive lineman Robert Hunt, and offensive lineman Damien Lewis were the only ones on the team’s training camp roster who didn’t practice Friday.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of only
Noun
  • This follows an incident where OpenAI models autonomously exploited system flaws, showcasing advanced capabilities.
    — Robert J. Szczerba, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • Transactions at wholesale clubs that sell consumer goods and services through a membership model can also be done without cash.
    — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 28 July 2026
Definition of model
Adjective
  • In addition to peerless pitching, the night was carried by extracurricular activities, as Fox and MLB have embraced the exhibition’s entertainment potential.
    — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 15 July 2026
  • Although established names like Nicolas Cage, Brendan Fraser, Josh Hartnett, and Jude Law had been linked with previous incarnations of Superman, Singer opted to cast an unknown, just as Donner had done with the peerless Reeve.
    — Richard Edwards, Space.com, 28 June 2026
Definition of peerless
Noun
  • When families have a little more breathing room, and when businesses are free to invest in new equipment, new ideas, and new jobs, good things tend to happen.
    — Kent Strang, Boston Herald, 26 July 2026
  • They are built on years of investment in innovative science, collaboration among researchers and the willingness to fund bold ideas before success is certain.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2026
Definition of idea
Adjective
  • Edoya, where brushes have been made by hand since 1718, is around the corner, and Nexpect, an excellent specialty coffee shop, is a short walk away.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
  • Namely stage 13 when the race split into pieces, Tom Pidcock climbed back up the GC, Pedersen had to make a desperate attempt to reach Philipsen up the road to defend green, and the excellent Mauro Schmid got the victory his talent deserves.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 27 July 2026
Definition of excellent
Noun
  • The study provides two examples of Paramount using its market power in order to try and change the tax incentive structure in its favor.
    — Rick Ellis, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
  • Milkweed is just one example of how native plants support a much larger web of life.
    — Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
Definition of example
Adjective
  • The inimitable LaLinda Bakery is also 15 minutes away and serves up flourless chocolate tortas, sourdough danishes, and pistachio financiers to die for.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 July 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
Definition of inimitable
Noun
  • With production elements that are top of the line, including stunning cinematography from Brett Pawlak, this is indeed a Brand New Day in the cinematic incarnation of Spider-Man.
    — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 28 July 2026
  • While laying out his Superhero Mount Rushmore, a torn Quaid ultimately selected David Corenswet’s Superman, Jennifer Lawrence’s Mystique, Christian Bale’s Batman, and Shameik Moore’s Spider-Man (the Miles Morales incarnation).
    — Oliver Gettell, Entertainment Weekly, 26 July 2026
Definition of incarnation

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