1
2
as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
the house cat is a mouse-hunting machine of unmatched efficiency
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of unmatched
And his work ethic is unmatched out there.
—
Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Following D'Angelo's shocking death at 51, fellow musicians and stars are reflecting on the soul singer's unmatched impact and legacy.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Waze is unmatched for real-time rerouting.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2025
So was naming Michael Lombardi UNC’s general manager, a blowhard whose arrogance is unmatched, even in a sport composed of cocksure coaches and executives.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 10 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for unmatched
Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Following D'Angelo's shocking death at 51, fellow musicians and stars are reflecting on the soul singer's unmatched impact and legacy.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Waze is unmatched for real-time rerouting.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2025
So was naming Michael Lombardi UNC’s general manager, a blowhard whose arrogance is unmatched, even in a sport composed of cocksure coaches and executives.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 10 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for unmatched
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unmatched
Adjective
-
In this scenario, 600-odd Chinese coast guard vessels would take the lead, alongside the 3,000 or so armed fishing boats that form China’s maritime militia, although backed up by naval strike groups lurking close by.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
-
As the proud proprietors of delicacies like pineapple casserole and pear salad, Southerners are no stranger to seemingly odd flavor combinations.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
The only surefire way to avoid this modern-day traveler's burnout is by taking the path less traveled.—
Travel + Leisure,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Oct. 2025
-
But the Kirk commentary isn't the only potential source of the downward turn.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
This faux Dunhill Fir is designed to look and feel like a tree plucked straight off the lot, without the single-season lifespan or mess of shedding needles.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
-
However, Daulton Varsho, who has been another clutch Blue Jays hitter throughout the postseason, smacked a single to center to score Springer to knot the game at one apiece.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
Black Swan excels by offering breathtaking dance choreography, and the film's gorgeous cinematography provides viewers with a tapestry of imagery unparalleled by most psychological horror films.—
Steven Thrash,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Oct. 2025
-
While destinations like Iceland, Norway, and Greenland attract travelers with unparalleled views of the aurora borealis, there are plenty of places Americans can spot the natural wonder closer to home—including some that definitely haven’t been on your For You Page.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
The lounge feels like a five-star hotel with fine dining (don’t miss the schnitzel), an exceptional whiskey bar, and plush daybeds and showers.—
Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
-
Native throughout eastern North America, arrowwood viburnum provides exceptional wildlife value through nectar-rich spring blooms and late season blue-black fruits.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
Friday's purge reduces to just four the number of men serving on the Central Military Commission (CMC), including Xi – an extraordinary concentration of power, according to analysts.—
Deirdre Kirsten Tatlow,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
-
The Diet convened for an extraordinary session to elect Takaichi, who took over after Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba resigned with his cabinet earlier in the morning.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
Michael Carter ran as the unrivaled early-down back for Arizona.—
Andy Behrens,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
-
Debbie Downer, whose unrivaled ability to derail conversations with uncomfortable negativity, quickly became Dratch's most beloved SNL character.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
This is where the Greenpoint comes from, an excellent neo-classic riff on a Manhattan that was invented at Milk & Honey in New York, and comprises the classic build of Manhattan—rye, sweet vermouth, and bitters—into which has been spliced the inimitable French herbal liqueur, Yellow Chartreuse.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
-
The Jayhawks did an excellent job of getting back in transition, limiting Louisville’s fast-break opportunities.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
25 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Unmatched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unmatched. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share