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consort vs match

match vs consort

consort and match both are nouns.

consort and match both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
consort Yes No Yes No
match Yes No Yes No
As verbs, match is a hypernym of consort; that is, match is a word with a broader meaning than consort:
  • consort: go together
  • match: be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
Other hypernyms of consort include agree, check, correspond, fit, gibe, jibe, tally.
consort (noun) match (noun)
a family of similar musical instrument playing together lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction
the husband or wife of a reigning monarch an exact duplicate
a burning piece of wood or cardboard
something that resembles or harmonizes with
a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
a pair of people who live together
a person who is of equal standing with another in a group
a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect
the score needed to win a match
consort (verb) match (verb)
keep company be equal or harmonize
keep company with; hang out with make correspond or harmonize
go together make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching
set into opposition or rivalry
bring two objects, ideas, or people together
give or join in marriage
provide funds complementary to
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
be equal to in quality or ability
Difference between consort and match

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