UNPARALLELED Synonyms: 165 Similar and Opposite Words

unparalleled

adjective

ˌən-ˈper-ə-ˌleld

Definition of unparalleled

as in only

having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability an antique vase of unparalleled beauty

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Recent Examples of unparalleled The four entry sensors included can be placed anywhere, providing unparalleled flexibility. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026 China was also able to quickly switch from oil- and gas-burning electricity plants to coal, demonstrating unparalleled resilience in the face of an unprecedented oil shock. — David Goldman, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2026 In his exquisitely layered seventh feature, Possible Love (Ga-neung-han sa-rang), Lee Chang-dong’s humanistic observational skills remain at their peak, the acuity of his insights into emotional lives and social conditions unparalleled. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2026 Adding to this good fortune is that, since the end of World War II, the United States has possessed a powerful nuclear arsenal and unparalleled military, economic, and technological might. — Seth G. Jones, Foreign Affairs, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unparalleled

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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

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

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

Another is that unrivalled, peril-free dominance or brilliance isn’t very interesting.

— Amitai Winehouse, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
As the nearly unrivaled face of Second Wave Feminism, Steinem over the decades appeared on hundreds of talk shows hosted by everyone from Dick Cavett, Johnny Carson and David Frost to Howard Stern and Bill Maher.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of unrivaled

Adjective

Bottega Veneta was lighter, yet rich with unmatched artisanship.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
There’s no shortage of alluring details, between the wine cellar and the primary suite’s private patio with unmatched views of the Hollywood Hills and Griffith Observatory.

— Sydney Wingfield, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2026

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