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unbeatable

B2
adjective

Pronunciation

UK

  • /ʌnbˈiːtəbəl/

US

  • /ˌənˈbitəbəl/

Description

To be "unbeatable" means being so strong, skilled, or effective that beating you seems impossible. Think of a chess grandmaster who keeps winning tournaments: most opponents may see that player as unbeatable. In everyday life, the term often refers to value; an "unbeatable deal" or "unbeatable price" suggests that no better offer is available. It does not always mean literally never losing. More often, it means having such a clear advantage that success seems very likely. Whether it describes a team that is "unbeatable at home" or a person with an "unbeatable spirit," the word carries a sense of strength and admiration.

Examples

  1. 1

    Sports

    Their team was unbeatable at home last season.

  2. 2

    Price

    At that price, this phone is unbeatable.

  3. 3

    Food pairing

    Fresh bread and hot soup are an unbeatable combination on a cold day.

    • Phrase

      an unbeatable combination

      two things that are especially good together

  4. 4

    Likely victory

    With a six-point lead and only a minute left, they were in an almost unbeatable position.

    • Phrase

      in an unbeatable position

      in a situation where success is very likely

  5. 5

    Brand comparison

    For reliability and customer service, this brand is still unbeatable.

  6. 6

    Legal evidence

    The evidence against him was so strong that it seemed unbeatable.

See also

adjectiveimpossible to defeat in competition or conflict

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Used with (collocations)

  • unbeatable team
  • unbeatable opponent
  • unbeatable record
  • unbeatable at chess

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  • winning streak
  • competitive advantage

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Main spelling

  • unbeatableadjective