incomparable

[in-kom-per-uh-buhl, -pruh-buhl]

adjective

1. beyond comparison; matchless or unequaled.

   incomparable beauty.

   Synonyms: inimitable, unrivaled, peerless
   Antonyms: mediocre, ordinary

2. not comparable; incapable of being compared to each other, as two unlike objects or qualities, or to one or more others.

incomparable

/ ɪnˈkɒmpərəbəl, -prəbəl /

adjective

1. beyond or above comparison; matchless; unequalled

2. lacking a basis for comparison; not having qualities or features that can be compared

Other Word Forms

• incomparability noun
• incomparableness noun
• incomparably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of incomparable¹

First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English word from Latin word incomparābilis. See in- ³, comparable

Example Sentences

‘The Kingdom of Pylos: Warrior-Princes of Ancient Greece’ at the Getty Villa gives the first look outside Europe at the ancient Greek Griffin Warrior, whose grave held offerings of incomparable artistry.

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“She’s hosted ‘First Take’ for 10 years and elevated the show with her grace, her expertise, her incomparable kindness,” Smith said.

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But in this context, it serves for both Salzburg and Los Angeles, as an incomparable goodbye to Wilson.

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"It's always been my dream to play these massive, massive arenas - and, honestly, it's just an incomparable feeling."

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His vast catalog of incomparable achievement also contained thwarted hopes and despair amid his drug abuse and mental illness.

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Related Words

• exceptional 
• inimitable 
• transcendent 
• unmatched 
• unparalleled