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unmistakable

/ˈʌnməˌsteɪkəbəl/
/ənmɪsˈteɪkəbəl/
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Something unmistakable is so clear and obvious that it can't be confused with anything else, like the bright colors of a rainbow or the unique sound of your favorite singer's voice.

The smell of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house is unmistakable. A famous landmark, like the Eiffel Tower, is unmistakable because of its unique shape and structure. Unmistakable also applies to sounds, such as the roar of a lion, or feelings, like the unmistakable warmth of a hug from a loved one. This word emphasizes clarity and distinctiveness, making sure there's no room for doubt or confusion.

Definitions of unmistakable
  1. adjective
    clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
    obvious
    easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind
  2. adjective
    clearly evident to the mind
    “his opposition to slavery was unmistakable
    synonyms:
    clear
    readily apparent to the mind
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