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inimitable

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ɪˈnɪmɪtəbl/

KK: /ɪˈnɪmɪtəbl/

adjective
Definition

Something that is so unique or special that no one can copy or match it.


Example

Her style is inimitable, making her stand out in the fashion industry.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you heard her sing? She's truly inimitable!
Sloth B
Absolutely! No one can match her voice.
Sloth A
I know, right? It's like every note she hits is perfect.
Sloth B
Exactly! Her style is just so unique and special.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
unique
unmatched
singular
Antonyms
common
ordinary
imitable
Root Explanation

Inimitable → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "imitabilis" (from Latin, meaning able to be imitated). The word "inimitable" means not able to be imitated or unique.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'not able to be imitated' — 'in-' means not, and 'imitabilis' relates to imitation. This helps you remember that inimitable describes something truly unique.

Visually Confused Words
unimitable
imitable
unlimitable
inirritable
iniquitable
inhibitable
indomitable
illimitable
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