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Meaning of the word nonpareil in English

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nonpareil

US /ˌnɑːn.pəˈrel/
UK /ˌnɑːn.pəˈrel/
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Adjective

1.

having no equal; unrivaled

Example:
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Her talent as a pianist is truly nonpareil.
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The chef's culinary skills are nonpareil.
Synonym:
unrivaledunequaledunmatchedpeerlessmatchless

Noun

1.

a person or thing having no equal

Example:
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As a scholar, he was a true nonpareil.
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The antique vase was a nonpareil, unique in its craftsmanship.
Synonym:
paragongemmasterpiecerarityone of a kind
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