comparison

[kuhm-par-uh-suhn] / kəmˈpær ə sən /

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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That “Ann Lee” exists entirely outside the realm of comparison to anything else released this year would be admirable as it is.

From Salon

For comparison’s sake, Ateez and Twice both hit No. 1 last year with albums that earned less than 7 million total streams, and Stray Kids topped the chart in November with less than 14 million.

From The Wall Street Journal

The comparison highlights a key difference between past and present technology investment cycles.

From Barron's

By comparison, the resale business for luxury clothing and handbags is still only worth 13% of the primary market, based on Bain & Co. estimates.

From The Wall Street Journal

Restaurant stocks are expected to outperform in 2026 due to consumer demand, lower interest rates, and easier sales comparisons.

From Barron's

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