inimitable

Definition

Beyond imitation, surpassing all others; matchless.

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French inimitable, from Latin inimitabilis, corresponding to in- + imitable.

Example Sentences

• "Moreover, a perfect Medal has its Profile and out-ſtroaks ſharp (Nummus aſper) and by no means rugged; the Figures clean and well poliſh'd; the Contours neatly trimm'd, and exactly round and carefully preſerv'd; that the Extancy and Relievos correſpond with the Ingraving, and have not ſuffer'd in Percuſſion; in all which, there is a certain Spirit of Antiquity and Excellency to be diſcern'd in Antient Medals almoſt inimitable."
• "Sterling himself, though he had the most picturesque and inimitable vocabulary of vituperation, was highly squeamish about ordinary smut or profanity. He had indeed that nice-Nelliness which is often characteristic of the Don Juan type."
• "Let's see you pay for your drink in your own inimitable fashion, huh? A song, Denton! How about it?"