impeccable

[ im-pek-uh-buhl ]

adjective

1. faultless; flawless; irreproachable:

   impeccable manners.

   Synonyms: unexceptionable, unassailable

2. not liable to sin; incapable of sin.

impeccable

/ ɪmˈpɛkəbəl /

adjective

1. without flaw or error; faultless

   an impeccable record

2. rare.
   incapable of sinning

Derived Forms

• imˈpeccably, adverb
• imˌpeccaˈbility, noun

Other Words From

• im·pec·ca·bil·i·ty [im-pek-, uh, -, bil, -i-tee], noun
• im·pec·ca·bly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of impeccable¹

First recorded in 1525–35, impeccable is from the Latin word impeccābilis “faultless, sinless”; im- ², peccable

Word History and Origins

Origin of impeccable¹

C16: from Late Latin impeccābilis sinless, from Latin im- (not) + peccāre to sin

Example Sentences

But it is almost certain that sculpture will be well-dressed and have impeccable hair.

From Los Angeles Times

“His performances were characterised by an impeccable technique, dramatic intensity, and an innate musicality that made him a true artist of the stage,”the Mariinsky said Monday.

From Los Angeles Times

Among this revival’s many virtues is its own impeccable historical timing.

From Los Angeles Times

Showing impeccable timing, Boy George was on as a guest to promote Culture Club’s new single The War Song, with its catchy “war is stupid” chorus.

From BBC

“He was a painter a poet and a visionary. I admired him. He had impeccable taste. And a sharp tongue, Which he sometimes used against me but I always forgave him.”

From Salon

Related Words

• exquisite
• immaculate
• precise
• unblemished