comparisons

NOUN

contrasting; corresponding

Synonyms

STRONGEST

analogy connection contrast correlation example identification juxtaposition observation ratio relation resemblance similarity testing

STRONG

allegory association balancing collation comparability discrimination estimation exemplification illustration likeness likening measuring metaphor opposition segregation separation weighing

WEAK

analogizing analyzing bringing together collating distinguishing dividing paralleling relating

Antonyms

STRONGEST

difference disconnection dissimilarity unlikeness

Example Sentences

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Paiva takes the comparisons in stride, viewing Nikki’s intense behavior not as a red flag but as an intense manifestation of romance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

With temperatures nudging 40C, there have been some comparisons to the historic heatwave of July 2022 when the UK recorded 40C for the first time.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

You’re following a long line of great players, making the comparisons — and the high expectations — unavoidable.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

Detailed comparisons of the birds' songs supported the genetic findings.

From Science Daily • Jun. 23, 2026

There are two kinds of comparisons going on, as bad as and worse than.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner