Showing results for matches. Search instead for matchas.

matches

NOUN

competition

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bout contest event game race test trial

STRONG

engagement meet rivalry sport

Antonyms

STRONGEST

peace

WEAK

clash difference imbalance mismatch

NOUN

counterpart, equal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

double

STRONG

adversary analogue antagonist approximation companion competitor complement copy correlate duplicate equivalent like mate opponent parallel peer replica ringer rival twin

WEAK

countertype dead ringer lookalike spitting image

Antonyms

STRONG

ally associate difference helper original supporter

WEAK

clash imbalance mismatch

NOUN

couple

Synonyms

STRONGEST

pairing

STRONG

affiliation alliance combination duet espousal marriage mating pair partnership union

Antonyms

STRONG

disunion division divorce separation

WEAK

clash difference imbalance mismatch

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Ms. Field radiates palpable contempt that matches Iago’s—she’s almost as menacing as he is.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Despite inconsistent results - six wins, two draws and three defeats in his initial 11 matches - recent research from Quaest, a leading polling institute, found most Brazilians trust him.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Fox One has a three-day free trial, but to watch all the matches, you’ll need to subscribe, for $19.99 a month.

From MarketWatch • May 31, 2026

She was important in the final, was the matchwinner in the semi-finals and finished the WSL season with a double on final day to reach 21 goals in 22 matches.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

I grab the box of matches, light the candle on the table.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin