well-matched
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B2
/wɛl ˈmætʃt/
suitably paired
Etymology
Etymology Information
'well-matched' originates from the combination of 'well,' meaning 'in a good or satisfactory way,' and 'matched,' meaning 'to pair or correspond.'
Historical Evolution
'well-matched' evolved from the Old English word 'wel' and the Middle English word 'macchen,' which meant 'to pair or correspond.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'paired in a good way,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
suitably or appropriately paired or matched.
The couple is well-matched in their interests and values.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39