unparalleled

adjective

un·​par·​al·​leled ˌən-ˈper-ə-ˌleld 

-ləld,

-ˈpa-rə-

: having no parallel

especially : having no equal or match : unique in kind or quality

Synonyms

• incomparable
• inimitable
• matchless
• nonpareil
• only
• peerless
• unequaled
• unequalled
• unexampled
• unmatched
• unrivaled
• unrivalled
• unsurpassable
• unsurpassed

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Melissa McCarthy Between 2011 and 2017, Melissa McCarthy hosted SNL five times, dazzling viewers with her unparalleled skills as a sketch comedian. —Shannon Carlin, TIME, 15 Feb. 2025

These Baffin boots are unparalleled for tackling arctic-level conditions. —Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 11 Feb. 2025

And working with her as a director is unparalleled. —Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2025

Their casual, cropped demeanor is unparalleled by the elegance and beauty of a long drape—the enduring favorite among designers. —Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

unparalleled

adjective

un·​par·​al·​leled ˌən-ˈpar-ə-ˌleld 

-ləld,

ˈən-

: having no parallel

especially : having no equal or match : unsurpassed

a scene of unparalleled beauty