Synonyms of pair

pair 1 of 2

noun

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as in couple

two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together

a pair of blue socks

the singer and the piano player make quite a pair together

Synonyms & Similar Words

• couple
• duo
• twain
• partnership
• brace
• couplet
• twosome
• companion
• team
• dyad
• twin
• half
• span
• yoke
• complement
• coordinate
• equivalent
• doublet
• match
• parallel
• fellow
• counterpart
• mate
• rival
• peer
• like
• equal

pair

2 of 2

verb

as in to match

Related Words

• match
• combine
• mix
• merge
• blend
• connect
• synchronize
• synthesize
• integrate
• correlate
• consolidate
• square
• suit
• join
• orchestrate
• fuse
• fit
• dovetail
• unify
• organize
• amalgamate
• unite
• tune
• array
• methodize
• adapt
• codify
• systematize
• marshal
• proportion
• order
• balance
• coordinate
• align
• even
• equalize
• arrange
• systemize
• reconcile
• key
• standardize
• regularize
• harmonize
• accommodate
• conciliate
• conform
• attune

Dissimilar Words

• upset
• disrupt
• disturb
• disarray
• confuse
• skew
• disorganize
• disorder
• disharmonize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pair

Noun

The Knicks captain’s daughter, Jordyn, hit the runway in a tiny Knicks jersey—dad’s number 11, awww—festooned with feathers, a white bow headband, and a pair of little blue-and-white sneakers. — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2026

Its understated design pairs with any bottoms in your closet. — Alison Syrett Cleary, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026

Verb

Regular clashes in race dates between the two series have been a problem for drivers hoping to pair their racing programs. — Alex Kalinauckas, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Wear above a lightweight wool barathea trouser for an elevated going out look or roll its sleeves to the elbow and pair to white denim for something more casual. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2026