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Dictionary Entry

mismatched

adjective

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Meaning

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Not matching or suitable for each other; poorly paired or coordinated.

Example Sentence

The mismatched socks made him laugh as he got ready for school.

Usage Note

You can use "mismatched" to describe items, people, or ideas that do not go well together, are not of the same kind, or are poorly coordinated. For instance, "mismatched furniture" in a room or "mismatched opinions" in a debate.