unparalleled

adjective

un·​par·​al·​leled ˌən-ˈper-ə-ˌleld How to pronounce unparalleled (audio)
-ləld
-ˈpa-rə-
Synonyms of unparallelednext
: having no parallel
especially : having no equal or match : unique in kind or quality

Examples of unparalleled in a Sentence

War crimes of this type are unparalleled in history. The new telescope offers an unparalleled opportunity to conduct research. Her knowledge of the subject is unparalleled.
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Moscow had assumed that its immense nuclear arsenal, unparalleled natural resources, and extensive territory in the heart of Eurasia would keep Russia competitive with China and the United States. Alan Cullison, The Atlantic, 13 Feb. 2026 De Bonis unlocks unparalleled entry to destinations like La Scala and Santa Maria della Grazie, the site of Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper. Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026 Her determination to bring change to the things that mattered most to her was unparalleled. Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Feb. 2026 According to its website, Il Mulino New York has been crafting Abruzzese cuisine paired with unparalleled service for over 40 years. Courtney Cherry, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unparalleled

Word History

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unparalleled was in 1601

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“Unparalleled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unparalleled. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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unparalleled

adjective
un·​par·​al·​leled ˌən-ˈpar-ə-ˌleld How to pronounce unparalleled (audio)
-ləld
ˈən-
: having no parallel
especially : having no equal or match : unsurpassed
a scene of unparalleled beauty

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