Definition

In a way that is clear and cannot be confused with anything else; certainly.

Example

She was unmistakably the best player on the team.

Conversation

Did you see that artwork at the gallery last night?

Yes, it was unmistakably beautiful!

I know, right? The colors were so vibrant.

Absolutely, it really stood out among all the pieces.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unmistakably → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "mistake" (from Old French *mistake*, meaning to take wrongly), and "-ably" (meaning in a manner that can be). The word means in a manner that cannot be taken wrongly or is clear and obvious.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') taking something 'wrongly' ('mistake') — that's why unmistakably means something is clear and cannot be misunderstood.

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