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 This car is about driver engagement above all else, and in that mission, the GT3 simply remains unparalleled. — Bradley Iger, ArsTechnica, 26 Aug. 2026 As the world mourns Dolly Parton, the legendary country music megastar whose stardom transcended genre and industry, fans and followers are taking a look back at her unparalleled career. — Mason Leib, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026 Joe brought to the legislature decades of experience as a practicing lawyer combined with an unparalleled understanding of how legislation is used in courtrooms. — Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 24 Aug. 2026 Sunset is equally mesmerizing, and the winding road down the mountain offers unparalleled views. — Morgan Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unparalleled

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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

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

Adjective

The firm’s guidance starts conservative — prioritize capturing the full available employer match, which can be an important benefit — but the unmatched dollars above it have options.

— Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2026
Conclusion Earth’s supereruptions remain unmatched in terms of the total material released, while Io’s volcanoes produce plumes that rise hundreds of miles above its surface.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026

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