incomparable

adjective

(ˌ)in-ˈkäm-p(ə-)rə-bəl How to pronounce incomparable (audio)
Definition of incomparablenext
as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability the incomparable jewel known as the Hope Diamond

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Recent Examples of incomparable The incomparable global star Lionel Messi plays for Inter Miami. — Miami Herald, 16 Aug. 2026 In Salzburg, Dudamel indulged the Vienna Philharmonic’s incomparable lushness, those plush strings, glowing winds, golden brass, voluminous timpani. — Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 5 Aug. 2026 Chelsea Green’s resume as a professional wrestler is nearly incomparable to anyone on the WWE women’s roster. — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026 The incomparable Michelle Yeoh stars as Olwen, the dying Replicant, along with Hunter Schafer (Euphoria) as Cora. — ArsTechnica, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for incomparable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incomparable
  1. only
  2. extraordinary
  3. exceptional
  4. excellent
  5. unparalleled
  6. inimitable
  7. matchless
  8. unrivaled
Adjective
  • Thus far, these states are the only ones the CDC has confirmed as related to one another and traced back to the lettuce.
    — Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The police will have to disclose only reports of crimes that took place on the campus itself, and not reports concerning burglary, larceny and other offenses, which the judge deemed irrelevant.
    — Joaquin Sapien, ProPublica, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of only
Adjective
  • One of the most extraordinary musical experiences of my life was recording with her.
    — Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Harald’s death was officially announced at an extraordinary Council of State meeting at Norway’s Royal Palace on Friday, as the full title of the new King was formally presented.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of extraordinary
Adjective
  • Sharif said Noreen displayed exceptional courage and devotion to duty by risking her life to save the newborn moments before the nursery burned down.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Founders who recently had one exceptional year sometimes assume that year represents their new baseline, when a buyer will more likely average the last three years, or discount the outlier entirely.
    — Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of exceptional
Adjective
  • Alas, this excellent advice goes into one of Joe’s ears and out the other.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Owls are predators whose eyes are positioned on the front of their heads, giving them excellent depth perception.
    — Abigail Witmer, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • Summary The 2026 Polaris Slingshot Signature Edition offers unparalleled driving excitement, blending car stability with motorcycle thrill.
    — William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Joining forces with Jayantibhai and Pen Studios, whose nuanced understanding of the Indian audience is unparalleled, adds a dynamic layer to our broader vision.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of unparalleled
Adjective
  • Even after years of inferior sequels and retreads, the pure adrenaline high of Die Hard remains inimitable.
    — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Accordingly, the inimitable Todd Holcomb offered up 10 storylines to watch throughout fall.
    — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of inimitable
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
  • Of course, the word is used only in jest, as flight attendants are renowned for their unrivaled patience and innate ability to de-escalate even the most trying onboard situations.
    — Joey Skladany, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Zimbabwe’s unrivalled reserves of lithium have invited more than $2 billion in Chinese investment since 2021.
    — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of unrivaled

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incomparable
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“Incomparable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incomparable. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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