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counterpart vs match

match vs counterpart

counterpart and match both are nouns.

counterpart is not a verb while match is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
counterpart Yes No No No
match Yes No Yes No
As nouns, match is a hyponym of counterpart; that is, match is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than counterpart:
  • counterpart: a person or thing having the same function or characteristics as another
  • match: something that resembles or harmonizes with
Other hyponyms of counterpart include mismatch, complement.
counterpart (noun) match (noun)
a duplicate copy lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction
a person or thing having the same function or characteristics as another 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
counterpart (verb) match (verb)
be equal or harmonize
make correspond or harmonize
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 counterpart and match

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