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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The acoustics are unmatched, and the setting—gold leaf, columns, and grand chandeliers—rivals the music itself. Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2025 Walker’s maturity and character are unmatched as the Patriots are attempting to build a culture, however. Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 24 Apr. 2025 Above all, keynote speakers offered heartfelt tributes that expressed their love and admiration for the dynamic woman whose impact on high school athletes and athletics is unmatched. Candace Oehler, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025 Even when faced with challenges, our determination will be unmatched. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unmatched

Word History

First Known Use

1548, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 30 Apr. 2025.

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