unmatched

adjective

un·​matched ˌən-ˈmacht How to pronounce unmatched (audio)
1
: not matched or equaled
a product of unmatched quality
… infamy … unmatched in the Western world.H. E. Rieseberg
an actress with unmatched sex appeal
… Lincoln's unmatched political and human knowledge.David Bromwich
2
: not matching : not of the same type
We sat on old, unmatched, brightly painted kitchen chairs …Alice Munro
wearing a pair of unmatched socks

Examples of unmatched in a Sentence

a drawer full of unmatched socks the house cat is a mouse-hunting machine of unmatched efficiency
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With just ten luxury beachfront villas, the resort offers a level of seclusion that is unmatched. Kaila Yu, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025 The energy of live theater is unmatched, and I’m honored to join this incredible cast and be part of telling this powerful story through Alicia Keys’ music. Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 28 Feb. 2025 Their hushed quiet was unmatched, their attention to detail legendary. Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025 His leadership is unmatched, and Wagner’s big brother vibes benefitted Daniels. Ben Standig, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unmatched

Word History

First Known Use

1548, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of unmatched was in 1548

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“Unmatched.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unmatched. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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