🔍comparison

noun
/kəmˈpærɪsən/

Meaning

The act or process of examining the similarities and differences between things.
the act of examining the similarities and differences between two or more things

Example Sentences

A comparison of the two reports shows several inconsistencies.

The teacher made a comparison between the two poems to show their different styles.

Example Expressions

draw a comparison

Synonyms

contrast, evaluation, juxtaposition, measurement, examination, analysis
Entry 1
contrast, evaluation, juxtaposition, measurement
Entry 2
contrast, examination, analysis, evaluation

Antonyms

isolation, separation, similarity, uniformity, likeness
Entry 1
isolation, separation
Entry 2
similarity, uniformity, likeness

Collocations

make a comparison, draw a comparison, comparison chart, comparison between, in comparison
Entry 1
make a comparison, draw a comparison, comparison chart, comparison between
Entry 2
make a comparison, comparison between, in comparison

More Example Sentences

He gradually learned to let go of comparisons.

I have prepared a comparison chart to help with the decision.

The culture of comparison on social media is increasing mental stress.

This comparison clearly shows that the second path is more suited to our needs.

I believe this amount of compensation is reasonable in comparison to the inconvenience I have suffered.

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