mismatch Meaning & Definition
What Does Mismatch Mean?
As a verb, mismatch means To match unsuitably; to fail to match. As a noun, it means Something that does not match; something dissimilar, inappropriate or unsuitable.
Mismatch in Brief
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˌmɪsˈmæt͡ʃ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | mismatches |
| Verb forms | mismatches, mismatching, mismatched |
Mismatch Definition (Verb)
- To match unsuitably; to fail to match
Mismatch as a Noun
- Something that does not match; something dissimilar, inappropriate or unsuitable.
Synonyms of Mismatch
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Mismatch synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Mismatch
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Mismatch in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
mismatch (third-person singular simple present mismatches, present participle mismatching, simple past and past participle mismatched)
mismatch (countable and uncountable, plural mismatches)
Words That Rhyme With Mismatch
Origin of Mismatch
Origin 1: From mis- + match (verb sense).
Origin 2: From mis- + match (noun sense).
Mismatch Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of mismatch is //ˌmɪsˈmæt͡ʃ//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mismatch
Is mismatch a verb or a noun?
Mismatch is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is the plural of mismatch?
The plural of mismatch is mismatches.
What is the past tense of mismatch?
The past tense of mismatch is mismatched. The present participle is mismatching.