Synonyms for

Mismatch

Verb / mɪˈsmætʃ / / ˈmɪˌsmætʃ / Another word for mismatch — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a situation in which things are not matched or are not compatible with each other

Synonyms & similar words

discrepancy inconsistency conflict clash difference incompatibility contradiction opposition disparity divergence variance unlikeness misalignment mismarriage mismating misfit discordance unconformity noncongruence inharmoniousness

Example sentences

  1. The socks I'm wearing today are a mismatch.
  2. There's a mismatch in the colors of the puzzle pieces.
  3. The team's skills were a mismatch for their opponent.
  4. The shoes and purse she chose were a mismatch.
  5. The new employee's skills and the job requirements were a mismatch.

Quotes

  • "I'm a mismatched set of ideals," I said.
  • "I'm a walking mismatch of illness and art," I said.
  • "The world is a mismatched puzzle, and I am the piece that doesn't fit."

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