unmatched

adjective

un·​matched ˌən-ˈmacht 

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

Synonyms of unmatched

• odd
• single
• only

Examples of unmatched in a Sentence

a drawer full of unmatched socks

the house cat is a mouse-hunting machine of unmatched efficiency

Recent Examples on the Web

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

Under Governor Hochul’s leadership, New York has built an unmatched home for film and television — world-class talent, iconic locations and a film tax credit program that delivers real jobs and investment for New Yorkers. — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 5 Oct. 2026

Under Governor Hochul’s leadership, New York has built an unmatched home for film and television—world-class talent, iconic locations, and a Film Tax Credit Program that delivers real jobs and investment for New Yorkers. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 5 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1548, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for unmatched

• unattached
• attached
• despatched
• detached
• dispatched
• mismatched
• unlatched
• catched
• hatched
• latched
• matched
• patched