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Word

unsurpassed

Phoneticsun·sur·passed

US/ˌənsɝˈpæst/

UK/ʌnsəpˈɑːst/

Definition

adj. better than everything else in a specific way. You use this to describe something that is the best of its kind and cannot be matched.

adj. immeasurably superior to all others of its kind; unmatched in quality or excellence. Often used in formal or promotional contexts to emphasize a peak level of achievement.

Examples

“The hotel offers an unsurpassed view of the ocean.”

“The chef is known for his unsurpassed skill in preparing traditional dishes using only local ingredients.”

“While many competitors have entered the market, the original design remains unsurpassed in terms of both aesthetic appeal and structural integrity.”

Examples

simple

“The hotel offers an unsurpassed view of the ocean.”

contextual

“The chef is known for his unsurpassed skill in preparing traditional dishes using only local ingredients.”

complex

“While many competitors have entered the market, the original design remains unsurpassed in terms of both aesthetic appeal and structural integrity.”

Real-World Examples

“Once there, it will cast the widest gaze yet on the hidden parts of the universe from space, uncovering the unimaginable with unsurpassed speed.”
Phys.org · 30 Aug 2026

Etymology

From un- + surpassed.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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