Definitions

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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The most technical definitions rely on comparison: lighter than one hue, deeper than another.

From The Wall Street Journal

Actually, that comparison was made by New York infrastructure czar Robert Moses; Mr. Gittlitz fits in a venerable tradition.

From The Wall Street Journal

Others bristled at the Mayor’s comparison of the freeway and public transit.

From Los Angeles Times

I don't think the Mike Tyson comparisons hurt Itauma in any way, because they weren't being made by him.

From BBC

Given Bale's heights for club and country, you can understand the reluctance to make the comparison.

From BBC

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