matched Definition
- 1corresponding or harmonizing with something else
- 2paired or coupled with something else
Using matched: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "matched" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The curtains are matched with the sofa.
Example
She wore a matched set of earrings and necklace.
Example
The two teams are evenly matched in skill.
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The socks are not matched, one is blue and the other is black.
matched Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for matched
Antonyms for matched
Phrases with matched
well-matched
perfectly suited or compatible with each other
Example
The couple is well-matched, they share the same interests and values.
hand-matched
paired or selected by hand for a specific purpose
Example
Each pearl in the necklace was hand-matched for size and color.
color-matched
selected or adjusted to match a specific color
Example
The paint on the walls is color-matched to the furniture.
Summary: matched in Brief
The term 'matched' [mætʃt] refers to something that corresponds or harmonizes with something else, or is paired or coupled with it. It can describe objects like curtains and socks, as well as people or teams, as in 'The two teams are evenly matched in skill.' 'Matched' extends into phrases like 'well-matched,' denoting perfect compatibility, and 'hand-matched,' implying careful selection.
