👬resemblance

noun
/rɪˈzembləns/

Meaning

the state of being alike or similar, especially in appearance
the state of being alike or similar; similarity in appearance or character

Example Sentences

There is a strong resemblance between the two brothers.

There's a strong resemblance between the two sisters.

Example Expressions

bear a resemblance

Synonyms

similarity, likeness, affinity, analogy, comparison, correspondence, parallel
Entry 1
similarity, likeness, affinity, analogy, comparison
Entry 2
similarity, likeness, correspondence, parallel

Antonyms

difference, contrast, dissimilarity, distinction
Entry 1
difference, contrast, dissimilarity
Entry 2
difference, dissimilarity, contrast, distinction

Collocations

close resemblance, striking resemblance, family resemblance, bear resemblance, strong resemblance
Entry 1
close resemblance, striking resemblance, family resemblance, bear resemblance
Entry 2
strong resemblance, close resemblance, family resemblance, bear resemblance

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