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parallels

NOUN

complement, correlation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

analogy comparison corollary resemblance similarity

STRONG

analogue correlate correspondence correspondent counterpart double duplicate duplication equal equivalent kin likeness match parallelism twin

WEAK

countertype homologue

Antonyms

STRONGEST

difference dissimilarity unlikeness

WEAK

divergence opposite reverse

VERB

be alike

Synonyms

STRONGEST

complement correlate correspond imitate

STRONG

agree assimilate collimate collocate compare conform copy equal equate liken match paragon parallelize

WEAK

keep pace

Antonyms

STRONGEST

differ

STRONG

disagree imbalance refuse

WEAK

distort diverge separate skew

Example Sentences

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While historical comparisons and analogies can be overdone, the parallels between Washington in late November 2004 and today can feel a little too on the nose.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

Investors quickly drew parallels to daraxonrasib, the high-profile lead asset from Revolution Medicines.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

But others say it’s not so simple, drawing parallels to past instances in which technological advancements drove down the cost of resources — which, in turn, increased demand because the resources were more accessible.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

In many ways, Fulop’s earlier career has parallels to Mamdani’s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

The parallels with the Indian experience are striking.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann