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 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 Norway’s inimitable striker Erling Haaland is the obvious star of the highlight reel, but one of the many secrets of their success can be found in stoppage time of the game against five-time world champion Brazil. — Don Riddell, CNN Money, 11 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for inimitable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for inimitable

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

The telescope’s main survey will take at least a year, McEnery said at the Saturday press event—and its scale is incomparable.

— Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 30 Aug. 2026
Three massive screens in the front enabled even those in the nosebleed seats to watch Young’s incomparable fret work.

— Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of incomparable

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

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

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

Under the rule, states must supply the USPS with lists of mail ballot recipients, and all outbound and return ballot envelopes must bear unique barcodes.

— Andrew Chung, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
The extreme environment has long given researchers a unique perspective on what makes plants grow, insight that would be hard to obtain elsewhere.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026

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