UNMATCHED Synonyms: 173 Similar and Opposite Words

unmatched

adjective

ˌən-ˈmacht

Definition of unmatched

as in odd

being one of a pair or set without a corresponding mate a drawer full of unmatched socks

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as in only

having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability the house cat is a mouse-hunting machine of unmatched efficiency

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Recent Examples of unmatched When the stars of the WNBA arrive in 2027, our unmatched passion for women’s sports will be on full display. — Jose Fabian, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026 The Lords of the Rings trilogy (2001–2003) Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy remains unmatched. — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026 The depth of the content is unmatched by supplier websites and videos, which are meant to promote the product. — Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026 But with its unmatched data broker coverage and aggressive removal controls, Privacy Bee earns a rare five-star rating and stands out as the ultimate first choice. — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unmatched

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Adjective

The continent is being hammered by a number of odd energy policy decisions, from closing zero-emission nuclear plants or shutting down natural gas facilities.

— Brian Sullivan, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026
The odd part is that all of this spending, hiring and firing is happening around a target every major AI lab defines differently.

— Jemma Green, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of odd

Adjective

Those ideas say some people are superior to others, and the inequality that exists in the world around us reflects those innate differences, and inequality is a good thing, and a necessary thing, and the only real way to organize social life.

— John Blake, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
On Friday, his only real trouble was in the fifth inning, when a soft single, a line drive and a bunt hit loaded the bases with one out.

— Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of only

Adjective

Yet just days before, Sonora reported its first screwworm infestation, though the single case doesn’t appear to have slowed the US Department of Agriculture’s plans.

— Max Saltman, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
On Friday, his only real trouble was in the fifth inning, when a soft single, a line drive and a bunt hit loaded the bases with one out.

— Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of single

Adjective

This innovation drastically reduces processing times, costs, and offers unparalleled customization, saving thousands of person-hours.

— AllBusiness, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Sunset is equally mesmerizing, and the winding road down the mountain offers unparalleled views.

— Morgan Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of unparalleled

Adjective

This commitment to investing in people, listening intently, and acting on feedback drives continuous improvement, proving that exceptional service is a deliberate outcome of strong leadership and a responsive culture.

— Shep Hyken, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Food and drink Zori’s 32-year-old chef, Siniša Jevrosimov, is an exceptional talent.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of exceptional

Adjective

Building new housing on two islands in San Francisco, one of the hottest housing markets, involved an extraordinary saga.

— Julie Z. Weil, Washington Post, 21 Aug. 2026
As his abilities give him access to increasingly sophisticated criminal schemes and extraordinary wealth, he is drawn into a world of luxury, excess and organized cybercrime.

— Ed Meza, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of extraordinary

Adjective

Of course, the word is used only in jest, as flight attendants are renowned for their unrivaled patience and innate ability to de-escalate even the most trying onboard situations.

— Joey Skladany, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2026
Zimbabwe’s unrivalled reserves of lithium have invited more than $2 billion in Chinese investment since 2021.

— Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of unrivaled

Adjective

Fjord, Cristian Mungiu’s legal thriller starring podcast favorite Renate Reinsve and Sebastian Stan; Hope, an action film starring Squid Game breakout Hoyeon; and Gentle Monster, led by an excellent Léa Seydoux.

— Alex Jhamb Burns, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2026
Servite 0-1 (62) The Friars lost to an excellent Centennial of Corona team, 41-21, in Rick Garretson’s first game as Servite’s head coach.

— Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 24 Aug. 2026

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