Definitions
There are 18 meanings of the word
Matches.
Matches - as a noun
Lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction
Example: "He always carries matches to light his pipe"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
friction matchlucifer12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
igniter8ignitor8light9lighter11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
competition17contest9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A burning piece of wood or cardboard
Example: "If you drop a match in there the whole place will explode"
An exact duplicate
Example: "When a match is found an entry is made in the notebook"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mate6The score needed to win a match
A person who is of equal standing with another in a group
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compeer13equal14peer6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
individual15mortal8person8somebody16someone9soul4Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A pair of people who live together
Example: "A married couple from chicago"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
couple10mates7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
family14family unitHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Something that resembles or harmonizes with
Example: "That tie makes a good match with your jacket"
Matches - as a verb
Be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
Example: "The two stories don't agree in many details"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
agree6check16correspond15fit6gibe7jibe13tally8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
be4equal14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Provide funds complementary to
Example: "The company matched the employees' contributions"
Bring two objects, ideas, or people together
Example: "This fact is coupled to the other one"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
couple10mate6pair6twin7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
join11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be equal to in quality or ability
Example: "Nothing can rival cotton for durability"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
equal14rival8touch10Make correspond or harmonize
Example: "Match my sweater"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fit6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adjust14correct11set3Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Give or join in marriage
Set into opposition or rivalry
Example: "Let them match their best athletes against ours"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
oppose10pit5play offBe equal or harmonize
Example: "The two pieces match"
Make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching
Example: "Let's equalize the duties among all employees in this office"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
equal14equalise17equalize26equate15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12modify15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"I can't find any matches to light the candles."
"We need some matches to start the fire."
"I found a box of matches in the drawer."
"The box of matches is on the kitchen counter."
"She matches her outfits with her accessories."
Word Game Points
Is MATCHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, matches is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MATCHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is MATCHES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, matches is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMATCHES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is MATCHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, matches is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMATCHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
