incomparable

adjective

(ˌ)in-ˈkäm-p(ə-)rə-bəl How to pronounce incomparable (audio)
Definition of incomparablenext
as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability the incomparable jewel known as the Hope Diamond

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Recent Examples of incomparable The festival features a variety of activities, including ice climbing, snowshoeing and sleigh rides, with Banff National Park as an incomparable backdrop. — Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025 Starring the incomparable Florence Pugh, The Wonder is a great option for those who love a mystery. — Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025 That personal experience brings an incomparable depth to her understanding and exploration of the character. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 13 Feb. 2025 The Devil, played by the incomparable Elizabeth Hurley, overhears Elliot and offers to give him seven wishes in exchange for his soul. — Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 12 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for incomparable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incomparable
  1. only
  2. extraordinary
  3. exceptional
  4. excellent
  5. unparalleled
  6. inimitable
  7. matchless
  8. unrivaled
Adjective
  • His only real competition for the honor is Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets, but even then, Gilgeous-Alexander was a clear frontrunner at that point.
    — Nick Crain, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
  • The Rays aren’t definitively the only hold-up, though.
    — Evan Drellich, The Athletic, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of only
Adjective
  • Musk contributed nearly $300 million to elect Trump, but he and his businesses are primed to reap extraordinary profits from his actions as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
  • But the body itself has an extraordinary ability to heal.
    — Tiziana Cardini, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of extraordinary
Adjective
  • One exceptional find this season is Ashlyn —founded by the South Korean designer Ashlynn Park—which had a number of looks on display in an art gallery in Paris’ first arrondissement.
    — Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
  • The core motion module is capable of a maximum joint torque of 300 N·m, a peak torque density of 203 N·m/kg, and exceptional mobility with a walking speed of 2 m/s, along with a natural human-like gait.
    — Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 8 Mar. 2025
Definition of exceptional
Adjective
  • After an excellent debut, Nikki Glaser has unsurprisingly been tapped to host the Golden Globes again.
    — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 13 Mar. 2025
  • It is often climbed as a three day objective and is an excellent venue for extended roped glacier travel.
    — Sean McNally, Outdoor Life, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • The Wharf Jekyll Island, Georgia Perched right over the marshy inland waters of Jekyll Island along the National Historic Landmark District pier, this open-air spot provides unparalleled vistas from its breezy wrap-around deck. jekyllclub.com, 371 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA 31527 4.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Cardiology: Advancing Cardiac Care In cardiology, AI models revolutionize echocardiography by calculating ejection fractions with unparalleled accuracy.
    — Paul Kovalenko, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of unparalleled
Adjective
  • Per the inimitable Nicole Kidman, movies have a unique power to provoke intense emotions, and frankly that may be all that’s separating us from the looming robots at this point.
    — Emma Specter, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Photo : Public domain While only about a half-dozen were made, Voisin’s streamliner made a huge impact with its inimitable French Art Deco design.
    — Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
Definition of inimitable
Adjective
  • After hours inside, ogle the matchless architecture of the nearby Palace Museum, stroll the beautiful trails and soak in some glorious views, Chinese ink paintings come to life.
    — Baz Dreisinger, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Watching him in action was a privilege - his persona and skill were matchless pic.twitter.com/pcOV2GJGXK — Paul Rudnick (@PaulRudnickNY) July 18, 2024 RIP Bob Newhart.
    — Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 19 July 2024
Definition of matchless
Adjective
  • Kahnweiler was unrivaled in his amplification of Cubism, acquiring the majority of paintings executed by Picasso, Georges Braque, PJuan Gris, and Fernand Léger between 1908 and 1915.
    — Natasha Gural, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Fall/Winter 2025 runway shows challenged that notion through a mix of buzzy designer comebacks, unrivaled celebrity appearances, and unforgettable debuts.
    — Andrea Bossi, Essence, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of unrivaled

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