matchup

noun

match·​up ˈmach-ˌəp 

: match entry 1

Synonyms of matchup

• tournament
• game
• competition
• event
• match

Examples of matchup in a Sentence

a boxing matchup that promises to be a sportswriter's dream

Recent Examples on the Web

Our Michigan State insider Chris Solari previews the Spartans' Week 2 matchup against Eastern Michigan on Saturday. — Christian Romo, Freep.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Adding some juice to the matchup is the history between Newsome and Pickens. — Dan Duggan, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Outsiders Social Club 427 Westport Road This Kansas City third space will be hosting a watch party for the Monday Night Football matchup. — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2026

But because of the lopsided matchup, Cristobal and defensive coordinator Corey Hetherman were able to get a slew of underclassmen defensive backs valuable reps in the secondary. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 11 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1959, in the meaning defined above