UNMATCHED Synonyms: 173 Similar and Opposite Words

unmatched

adjective

ˌən-ˈmacht

Definition of unmatched

as in odd

being one of a pair or set without a corresponding mate a drawer full of unmatched socks

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as in only

having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability the house cat is a mouse-hunting machine of unmatched efficiency

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Recent Examples of unmatched Our best argument in favor of London is that the city has so much to offer and London remains unmatched in the richness and diversity of its ecosystem. — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 12 Oct. 2026 Fire erupted in the morning skies over Siberia on June 30, 1908, as an atmospheric explosion occurred that remains unmatched by any similar event in modern history. — Micah Hanks, Space.com, 12 Oct. 2026 Then a trip to the farmers market and local antique stores, a dip in the Delaware if weather permits, capped by an evening on the deck of the Tasting Room for taking in the unmatched golden hour on the valley. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026 Those customers and patients trust in Boots’ unmatched authority, capability and leadership across health, wellness and beauty. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unmatched

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unmatched

Adjective

And this isn’t even to mention the especially odd idea of an acting nomination coming from a documentary, no matter how many recreations there are in it.

— Jackson Murphy, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026
In other cases, the warriors look unrecognizable, and more like odd scribbles.

— Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of odd

Adjective

To profile their activity in patients with SCLC, the researchers analyzed tumor samples and non-affected biopsies from a dozen patients using single-cell RNA sequencing and immunophenotyping.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026
The judge also said the impact of the White House ban goes far beyond a single reporter's ability to do their job.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of single

Adjective

Artificial intelligence may be unparalleled as a tool for gathering information about countless subjects.

— Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026
The linchpin was superstar Shohei Ohtani, the four-time MVP whose pitching and hitting feats were unparalleled in modern baseball history, and had helped the club win titles in each of his first two seasons in Los Angeles.

— Andrew Greif, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of unparalleled

Adjective

When machines can instantly replicate the average, the only true moat is the exceptional.

— Matt Alt, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
The Brewers have an exceptional amount of talent too, and Murphy's routine of pretending like his team is a bunch of humble farmers who were playing stickball out back a few days ago is absurd and offensive.

— Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of exceptional

Adjective

View gallery - 4 images For all the extraordinary things that consumer 3D printers can produce, changing color has remained a surprisingly messy business.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2026
Explore its waterfalls, glaciers and volcanic landscapes, and treat any aurora sightings as an extraordinary bonus.

— Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of extraordinary

Adjective

Malone was a telecom engineer who became an unrivaled financial engineer, disassembling and reassembling a vast array of holdings.

— Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 16 Sep. 2026
Another is that unrivalled, peril-free dominance or brilliance isn’t very interesting.

— Amitai Winehouse, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of unrivaled

Adjective

Williams aims to help build a county government that works for everyday people by lowering the cost of living, delivering excellent county services and protecting fundamental rights.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Oct. 2026
Nikko Remigio’s reputation as a return man isn’t splashy plays, but rather excellent ball security.

— Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 18 Oct. 2026

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