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 matchluciferHypernyms (Closely Related)
igniterignitorlightlighterHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
competitioncontestHyponyms (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)
mateThe score needed to win a match
A person who is of equal standing with another in a group
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compeerequalpeerHypernyms (Closely Related)
individualmortalpersonsomebodysomeonesoulHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A pair of people who live together
Example: "A married couple from chicago"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
couplematesHypernyms (Closely Related)
familyfamily 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)
agreecheckcorrespondfitgibejibetallyHypernyms (Closely Related)
beequalHyponyms (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)
couplematepairtwinHypernyms (Closely Related)
joinHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be equal to in quality or ability
Example: "Nothing can rival cotton for durability"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
equalrivaltouchMake correspond or harmonize
Example: "Match my sweater"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fitHypernyms (Closely Related)
adjustcorrectsetHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Give or join in marriage
Set into opposition or rivalry
Example: "Let them match their best athletes against ours"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
opposepitplay offBe equal or harmonize
Example: "The two pieces match"
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.
