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Matchup

Noun / ˈmætʃʌp / Another word for matchup — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a pairing or competition between two individuals or teams

Synonyms & similar words

matchup contest game competition duel showdown face-off confrontation clash encounter battle rivalry bout struggle meet event tournament match championship playoff series

Synonyms by register

Formal

contest competition confrontation encounter

Informal

showdown face-off bout clash

Literary

joust trial of strength

Antonyms

disagreement mismatch incompatibility discord conflict opposition

Common collocations

  • a tough matchup
  • a close matchup
  • a favorable matchup
  • a difficult matchup
  • the championship matchup
  • a potential matchup
  • a key matchup

Word family

noun matchup
verb match up

Usage note

Primarily used in sports and competitive contexts to describe a contest between two individuals or teams. Can also be used more broadly for any comparison or pairing of things.

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Example sentences

  1. The basketball matchup between the Lakers and the Celtics was on TV last night.
  2. The chess matchup between two grandmasters was a draw.
  3. The spelling bee matchup was intense as the final two contestants battled it out.
  4. The tennis matchup between Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova was a blowout victory for Williams.
  5. The presidential debate matchup between the two candidates was highly anticipated.

Quotes

  • "I'm always excited for a good matchup." - Odell Beckham Jr.
  • "I think that's what attracts people to matchups, is the intrigue of the unknown." - Peyton Manning
  • "Each wrestling matchup is like a blank canvas." - Jordan Burroughs

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