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Synonyms & Similar Words
akin
alike
analogous
comparable
corresponding
identical
like
matching
parallel
comparable
equivalent
homogeneous
indistinguishable
interchangeable
kindred
parallel
reciprocal
replicate
resembling
similar
synonymous
uniform
analogous
affine
allied
congruent
duplicate
identical
like
matching
parallel
replicate
similar
twin
Meaning of Similar
According to Merriam-Webster, "similar" means having a resemblance in appearance, character, or quantity, but not identical.
Definitions
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines "similar" as having a similar appearance, character, or quality, but not exactly the same.
- The Oxford Dictionary states that "similar" means having a likeness or resemblance, especially in a general or overall way.
Example Uses
- The two cars are similar in design, but the color is different.
- The similar patterns on the two fabrics make them look like they belong together.
- The similar sounds of the two languages can make them difficult to distinguish for beginners.
- The company is looking for someone with similar experience to fill the new position.
- The similar results from the two experiments suggest that the hypothesis is correct.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
dissimilar
different
distinct
unlike
disparate
unequal
contrary
opposite
contradictory
inconsistent
conflicting
divergent
heterogeneous
incongruous
mismatched
unrelated
contrasting
clashing
incompatible
discordant
discrepant