as in innocency
the quality or state of being free from guilt or blame
the impeccability of the nun's moral character and untiring selflessness qualified her for sainthood
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as in perfect
being entirely without fault or flaw
the etiquette expert was celebrated for her absolutely impeccable manners
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as in faultless
free from guilt or blame
the head of the investigation must be a person of impeccable probity and honesty
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as in pure
free from sin
the belief that there can be no such thing as an impeccable soul
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Recent Examples of impeccability
William Curtis, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2026
Those controversies might be easier to set aside if Chayka had an impeccable managerial record.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 4 May 2026
This year’s Costume Art, with the directive Fashion Is Art, sets the stage for everything from extreme costume to impeccable couture.
—Alex Badia, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Church’s credentials as America’s national artist were impeccable.
—Sebastian Smee, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
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Adjective
While the vibe and scenery at Soneva Jani and Soneva Fushi are quite different, there are also many constants the Soneva team has carefully kept in place, including the philosophy of barefoot luxury, impeccable service, and first-class cuisine.
—William Curtis, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2026
Those controversies might be easier to set aside if Chayka had an impeccable managerial record.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 4 May 2026
This year’s Costume Art, with the directive Fashion Is Art, sets the stage for everything from extreme costume to impeccable couture.
—Alex Badia, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Church’s credentials as America’s national artist were impeccable.
—Sebastian Smee, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for impeccability
Adjective
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Lewis recruit Jake Matise worked a perfect final 1 1/3 innings to earn the save for Mount Carmel (22-10, 10-4).—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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His big hit improved the club to 21-6 overall and a perfect 11-0 in league play.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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The hits are present, including a faultless recipe for the restaurant icon, dal makhani, with its whole black lentils opulent with Punjabi garam masala, yogurt and heavy cream.—
Scott Hocker,
TheWeek,
11 May 2026
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And no one is more laide jolie, more sculpted and faultless, more wooden and sexless, than the paradoxical figure who goes by the name of Clavicular.—
Becca Rothfeld,
New Yorker,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Recently, marinated, raw tuna cubes sat on top of a creamy hazelnut and bean pure while a fatty pork jowl was balanced by a tart salsa verde and sprigs of purslane.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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The only risk to consider here is Seattle’s pure dominance at home.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
16 May 2026
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My greatest wish is that this ruling sets a precedent for the Treasury and serves the thousands of ordinary citizens who are abused and crushed every day by a system that presumes their guilt and forces them to prove their innocence at the cost of economic and emotional ruin.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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Gilbert, who turned the comments off of her Instagram post, has stayed by Busfield's side throughout the case, pleading for her husband's innocence.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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Grace Todd, who collected her 100th career hit in a 3-for-4 day against Attleboro, plays a flawless second base and has at least nine multi-hit performances.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
19 May 2026
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Since his high school years, Jordan has gone on to become regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time due to his flawless 6-0 record in the NBA Finals, his incomparable scoring dominance and his unmatched competitive drive.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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These armed hostilities have maimed, mutilated and killed millions of human beings — many of them innocent civilians.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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Becerra may have been an innocent victim, but $120,000 a year is a lot of money to pay someone to babysit a largely unused stack of cash.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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Both humble and charming, the daisy represents youth and purity.—
Jenny Krane,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2026
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The United Nations nuclear agency says Iran has more than 970 pounds of uranium that is enriched up to 60% purity, a short, technical step from weapons-grade levels.—
Jon Gambrell,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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Virador Beach Club is a breezy indoor-outdoor Mediterranean spot by the beach, ideal for a casual but hearty meal.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Willit Cargo Stretch Shorts Embrace the warm weather in these stretchy, water-resistant shorts that are ideal for a tropical vacation.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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“Impeccability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impeccability. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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