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match vs mismate

mismate vs match

match is a noun but mismate is not a noun.

match and mismate both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
match Yes No Yes No
mismate No No Yes No
As verbs, mismate is a hyponym of match; that is, mismate is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than match:
  • match: bring two objects, ideas, or people together
  • mismate: provide with an unsuitable mate
Other hyponyms of match include mismatch.
match (noun) mismate (noun)
lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction
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
match (verb) mismate (verb)
be equal or harmonize provide with an unsuitable mate
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 match and mismate

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