INIMITABLE Synonyms: 165 Similar and Opposite Words

inimitable

adjective

(ˌ)i-ˈni-mə-tə-bəl

Definition of inimitable

as in only

having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability an inimitable performer of violin solos

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Recent Examples of inimitable Below, dive into the most striking buildings completed by the inimitable force. — Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2026 Whether too slow, too heavy, too fluffy, or in the case of the inimitable Daniil Medvedev, allegedly not round, tennis balls have come in for all kinds of criticism. — James Hansen, New York Times, 20 July 2026 The Dark Knight' (2008) Nolan pulled off one of the best superhero movies ever, thanks in large part to Heath Ledger's inimitable performance as the chaotic, unpredictable Joker. — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 17 July 2026 Jones eventually embraced a broad swath of influences ranging from the inimitable Stevie Wonder to prog-rock virtuoso Keith Emerson. — Dave Gil De Rubio, Daily News, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for inimitable

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Adjective

Chaos fatigue isn’t the only side dish being served with the recent rash of court orders; chaos consequences appear to be on a platter as well.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026
Blodgett isn’t the only diabetic child to die after a stay at an Arizona group home.

— Jacques Billeaud, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of only

Adjective

However, the extraordinary part is putting it all together, delivering 100 MW net, fitting the system aboard a movable ship, and doing it for $587 million.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Sep. 2026
In this state, the fluid gains extraordinary heat capacity and flow properties, carrying more thermal energy to the surface with minimal flow resistance.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of extraordinary

Adjective

The telescope’s main survey will take at least a year, McEnery said at the Saturday press event—and its scale is incomparable.

— Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 30 Aug. 2026
Three massive screens in the front enabled even those in the nosebleed seats to watch Young’s incomparable fret work.

— Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of incomparable

Adjective

Sharif said Noreen displayed exceptional courage and devotion to duty by risking her life to save the newborn moments before the nursery burned down.

— ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
Founders who recently had one exceptional year sometimes assume that year represents their new baseline, when a buyer will more likely average the last three years, or discount the outlier entirely.

— Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of exceptional

Adjective

Summary The 2026 Polaris Slingshot Signature Edition offers unparalleled driving excitement, blending car stability with motorcycle thrill.

— William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Joining forces with Jayantibhai and Pen Studios, whose nuanced understanding of the Indian audience is unparalleled, adds a dynamic layer to our broader vision.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of unparalleled

Adjective

It is generally agreed that Helen, the woman of matchless beauty who indirectly caused the Trojan War by eloping with (or being abducted by) the Trojan prince Paris, belongs to the realm of fiction and not fact, as do Achilles and other mythological figures.

— Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Apr. 2026
The pecan version adds a nutty crunch, but the original rolls are matchless as is.

— Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026

Definition of matchless

Adjective

The growing normalization and adoption of open-weight AI models, as enterprises and consumers alike seek to customize models to their unique use cases.

— Zev Fima, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026
Nike’s athletes’ kits this season were inspired by basketball, presenting a unique sartorial challenge blending the two distinct on-court sports.

— Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026

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