Definitions
- Describing two things that are exactly the same in every way. - Referring to a situation where two objects or people are indistinguishable from each other. - Talking about a situation where there is no difference between two things.
- Referring to two things that are not different from each other. - Describing a situation where there is no change or variation. - Talking about a situation where something is equal or equivalent to something else.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to situations where two things are equal or equivalent.
- 2Both words can be used to describe situations where there is no difference or variation.
- 3Both words can be used to compare two things.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Identical is more formal and technical than same.
- 2Meaning: Identical means exactly the same, while same means not different.
- 3Scope: Identical is more specific than same.
- 4Function: Identical is often used to emphasize the sameness of two things, while same is used to indicate similarity.
Remember this!
Identical and same are synonyms that both refer to situations where two things are equal or equivalent. However, identical is more formal and technical, and it emphasizes the exactness of the sameness. On the other hand, same is more general and can be used in various contexts to indicate similarity.
