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What is another word for Parallel? – 124 Parallel Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    analogous comparable similar corresponding equivalent matching identical uniform consistent congruent coincident concurrent simultaneous coextensive coterminous parallelized aligned straight even level balanced harmonious synchronized symmetrical reciprocal proportional related akin alike matching harmonized

    Meaning of Parallel

    The primary meaning of the word "parallel" refers to a line, plane, or object that never intersects with another, or something that is analogous or similar in some way.

    Definitions

    • Extending or moving in the same direction, but never intersecting, used to describe lines, planes, or objects
    • Similar or analogous in some way, used to describe concepts, ideas, or situations
    • Having the same direction or orientation, used to describe vectors, forces, or motions
    • Used to describe something that is analogous or similar in some way, often in a figurative or abstract sense

    Etymology of Parallel

    The word "parallel" comes from the Old French "paralelle", which is derived from the Latin "parallelus", meaning "parallel"
    The Latin "parallelus" is a combination of "par" meaning "equal" and "allus" meaning "other", referring to the idea of two lines or objects being equal in distance and direction
    The word "parallel" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe geometric concepts, and later expanded to include figurative and abstract meanings

    Example Uses

    • The two lines are parallel, meaning they will never intersect.
    • The parallel between the two companies is striking, with similar business models and marketing strategies.
    • The parallel universe theory suggests that there are multiple universes with different versions of reality.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    intersecting converging diverging perpendicular oblique slanted angled askew uneven inconsistent discordant asymmetrical disproportionate unrelated dissimilar unlike contrasting opposing conflicting contradictory inverse reverse

    Related Nouns

    line plane object direction orientation vector force motion concept idea situation analogy similarity equivalence uniformity consistency congruence coincidence synchrony symmetry reciprocity proportion relation affinity likeness

    Related Verbs

    align straighten level balance harmonize synchronize symmetrize reciprocate proportion relate compare contrast intersect converge diverge parallelize correspond match coincide concur

    Related Adjectives

    analogous similar equivalent uniform consistent congruent coincident concurrent simultaneous coextensive coterminous parallelized aligned straight even level balanced harmonious synchronized symmetrical reciprocal proportional related akin alike harmonized