peerless
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- peerlessly adverb
- peerlessness noun
Etymology
Origin of peerless
First recorded in 1275–1325, peerless is from the Middle English word pereles. See peer 2, -less
Example Sentences
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Cultivating the illusion of peerless leadership is key to maintaining his grip on power and stifling threats of regime change.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026
Affectionate fans venerate the dialogue’s electric crackle and the cast’s peerless comedic timing.
From Salon • Jan. 31, 2026
The rap that has dogged Snell throughout his career: peerless stuff with erratic control, leading to him too often making 90 to 100 pitches in five innings rather than seven or eight.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2025
Woakes has a peerless record on this ground, yet this slow pitch has hindered his effectiveness.
From BBC • Jul. 12, 2025
The peerless laboratory facilities and distinguished faculty of New Haven, Connecticut, attracted an especially promising crop of young researchers.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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