unmistakable

adjective

un·​mis·​tak·​able ˌən-mə-ˈstā-kə-bəl 

: not capable of being mistaken or misunderstood : clear

unmistakably

ˌən-mə-ˈstā-kə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms

• apparent
• bald
• bald-faced
• barefaced
• bright-line
• broad
• clear
• clear-cut
• crystal clear
• decided
• distinct
• evident
• lucid
• luculent
• luminous
• manifest
• nonambiguous
• obvious
• open-and-shut
• palpable
• patent
• pellucid
• perspicuous
• plain
• ringing
• straightforward
• transparent
• unambiguous
• unambivalent
• unequivocal

Examples of unmistakable in a Sentence

a glint in his eye that was an unmistakable expression of greed

Recent Examples on the Web

In an age of standardized luxury, the resort stands apart – a testament to the power of family, the beauty of authentic hospitality and the unmistakable excellence that comes from a deep love of place and people. —Melissa Noel, Essence, 21 Mar. 2025

Broadcast’s reach advantage is north of 20 million homes; toss a rage-bait draw like the Blue Devils into the mix and last year’s results are going to take on the unmistakable contours of a fluke. —Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 21 Mar. 2025

On the palate, the sherry influence is unmistakable, expressing a lingering sweetness from cooked/jammy red and dark fruits, candied citrus zest, nuttiness, toffee/caramel, and a touch of peat smoke. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025

Most people infected with measles experience a high fever, cough and an unmistakable splotchy red rash. —Ripley Cleghorn, Scientific American, 20 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unmistakable

• unbreakable
• unshakable
• breakable

Kids Definition

unmistakable

adjective

un·​mis·​tak·​able ˌən-mə-ˈstā-kə-bəl 

ˈən-

: not capable of being mistaken or misunderstood : clear, obvious

unmistakably

-blē 

adverb