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Meaning of mismatched
The primary meaning of the word "mismatched" is describing something that does not match or is not compatible with something else.
Etymology of mismatched
The word "mismatched" has its roots in the verb "match," which originated from Old English "gemæccan," meaning to mate or join.
The prefix "mis-" is added to "match" to convey a sense of error or incompatibility, resulting in the adjective "mismatched."
Synonyms
incompatible
disparate
uneven
unequal
dissimilar
inconsistent
irregular
asymmetric
lopsided
unbalanced
unequalized
nonmatching
unmatched
ill-suited
ill-matched
inappropriate
inharmonious
discordant
clashing
jarring
incongruous
incoherent
uncoordinated
dissonant
uncompatible
misallied
misjoined
mismatch
disparate
unequal
uneven
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "mismatched" as not corresponding or harmonizing with something else, or not being suitable or compatible.
- It can also refer to things that are not paired or combined correctly.
Usage Examples
- The mismatched socks were a result of the washing machine eating one of them.
- The couple's mismatched personalities made their relationship challenging.
- The new employee's skills were mismatched to the job requirements, leading to difficulties in performing tasks.
Antonyms
compatible
matched
paired
suited
harmonious
consistent
regular
symmetric
balanced
equalized
coordinated
congruous
coherent
allied
joined
unified
synchronized
adjusted
fitted
tailored
congruent
proportionate
corresponding