Definition

Better than anything else; having no equal or rival.

Example

Her talent in painting is unsurpassed by anyone in the competition.

Conversation

Have you seen that new restaurant downtown?

Yeah, I heard their food is unsurpassed in taste!

I really want to try it this weekend then.

Sounds like a plan! I can't wait to taste their dishes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unsurpassed → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "surpass" (from Old French *surpasser*, meaning to exceed or go beyond). The word "unsurpassed" means not exceeded or not gone beyond in quality or achievement.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being able to 'exceed' ('surpass') something — that's why unsurpassed means something that cannot be exceeded.

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