as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
the incomparable jewel known as the Hope Diamond
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of incomparable
Leslie and her gruff-but-caring, staunch Libertarian boss Ron Swanson (the incomparable Nick Offerman) became symbols of bygone bipartisanship, not to mention endless memes.
—
Jennifer Armstrong, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2026
Even with the incomparable Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs are newbies.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 6 Apr. 2026
The beloved actor, best known for playing the incomparable George Feeny on Boy Meets World, turned 99 on March 31.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
That incomparable vision was fueled by an inexhaustible optimism.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for incomparable
Jennifer Armstrong, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2026
Even with the incomparable Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs are newbies.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 6 Apr. 2026
The beloved actor, best known for playing the incomparable George Feeny on Boy Meets World, turned 99 on March 31.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
That incomparable vision was fueled by an inexhaustible optimism.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for incomparable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incomparable
Adjective
-
Barring an Eric Swalwell-style blow-up, the top three — Becerra, Steyer and Hilton — are really the only true contenders.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
-
Scheffler has struggled with opening rounds for most of the year since opening with a 63 in his season debut at The American Express, his only victory.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
Adjective
-
Nowhere is this truer than in Russia, a nation marked by a long history of political repression alongside extraordinary literary brilliance, a rare and uneasy combination.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
-
In the dark tunnels of an active mine near Timmins, Ontario, something extraordinary is leaking out of the Earth.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
Adjective
-
Toulouse pride themselves on a blend of youth and experience in their ranks, but this teenager was exceptional.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
-
This may seem especially strange given birds’ exceptional vision.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Quanta Magazine,
13 May 2026
Adjective
-
Christopher Sanchez has once again been excellent, and Jacob Misiorowski has often looked unhittable with over 14 strikeouts per nine innings.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
-
The excellent, nonprofit gallery and incubator known as PlatteForum has moved around a bit over the years, and will reopen in the Art District on Santa Fe starting June 5.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
14 May 2026
Adjective
-
The start of this hike is especially steep, as is the last half-mile to Herman Lake, but the views are unparalleled.—
Abigail Bliss,
Denver Post,
13 May 2026
-
For the contestants, Eurovision remains an unparalleled opportunity to build a worldwide fanbase.—
Andrew Jones,
NBC news,
12 May 2026
Adjective
-
Barbra Streisand‘s inimitable career mirrors the fashion choices she’s made for the last several decades.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
9 May 2026
-
The day before the islands actually are turned into Christo’s art, the fabric will be delivered to the islands (in inimitable style, by 32 boats intended to arrive simultaneously) and anchored.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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
Adjective
-
Based on the Frederick Forsyth novel and the 1973 film adaptation from Universal, The Day of the Jackal follows an unrivaled and highly elusive lone assassin, the Jackal (Redmayne), who makes his living carrying out hits for the highest fee.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
-
The Champions League has historically been their playground, their eight titles an unrivalled point of pride, but the recent seasons have tested their pedigree.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
3 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Incomparable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incomparable. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
