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resemble vs match

match vs resemble

resemble is not a noun while match is a noun.

resemble and match both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
resemble No No Yes No
match Yes No Yes No
As verbs, match is a hypernym of resemble; that is, match is a word with a broader meaning than resemble:
  • resemble: appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to
  • match: be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
Other hypernyms of resemble include agree, check, correspond, fit, gibe, jibe, tally.
resemble (noun) match (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
resemble (verb) match (verb)
appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to 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 resemble and match

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