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unmatched

Unmatched (adjective) means So good that nothing else compares; unrivalled. Example: “Her skill on the piano was unmatched by anyone in the competition.”

adjective
1
So good that nothing else compares; unrivalled.
"Her skill on the piano was unmatched by anyone in the competition."
2
Not paired with a corresponding item.
"He wore unmatched socks by accident."

How to use unmatched

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither "better than everything else" or, literally, "not forming a matching pair."

Common pairings
unmatched quality unmatched skill unmatched socks

Word forms

more unmatched comparative, most unmatched superlative

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Frequently asked questions

What does “unmatched” mean?

The word “unmatched” means so good that nothing else compares; unrivalled. In plain terms, either "better than everything else" or, literally, "not forming a matching pair.".

How do you use “unmatched” in a sentence?

Here is “unmatched” used in a sentence: “Her skill on the piano was unmatched by anyone in the competition.”

What part of speech is “unmatched”?

“Unmatched” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “unmatched” have?

“Unmatched” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: so good that nothing else compares; unrivalled.

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