unmistakable
Americanadjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of unmistakable
First recorded in 1660–70; un- 1 + mistakable
Explanation
Something unmistakable is so clear and obvious that it can't be confused with anything else, like the bright colors of a rainbow or the unique sound of your favorite singer's voice. The smell of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house is unmistakable. A famous landmark, like the Eiffel Tower, is unmistakable because of its unique shape and structure. Unmistakable also applies to sounds, such as the roar of a lion, or feelings, like the unmistakable warmth of a hug from a loved one. This word emphasizes clarity and distinctiveness, making sure there's no room for doubt or confusion.
Vocabulary lists containing unmistakable
Obvious
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Example Sentences
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But that is an unmistakable inference from constitutional structure.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
By the time the outbreak became unmistakable to local authorities, children had already been dying for weeks.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
The steady decrease in quality is unmistakable, and it’s perfectly conceivable that even a day-one Marvel enthusiast would feel the facade crumbling at some point.
From Salon ● Sep. 11, 2026
The entire property carries an unmistakable sense of balance—privacy without isolation, grandeur without pretense.”
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026
Kyle heard the unmistakable BLOOP-BLOOP-BLOOP sound of video-game death.
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
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