resemblance

[rɪˈzɛmbləns]

resemblance Definition

• 1. the state of being alike or similar to something or someone else
• 2. the degree to which one thing is similar to another

Using resemblance: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "resemblance" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  There is a strong resemblance between the two sisters.

• Example

  The resemblance between the two paintings is striking.

• Example

  The baby bears a striking resemblance to his father.

• Example

  There is a close resemblance between the two species.

resemblance Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for resemblance

• similarity
• likeness
• sameness
• affinity

Antonyms for resemblance

• difference
• disparity
• dissimilarity

Phrases with resemblance

• bear a resemblance to

  to be similar to something or someone else

  Example

  The new building bears a striking resemblance to the old one.

• family resemblance

  a similarity in appearance between family members

  Example

  There is a strong family resemblance between the two sisters.

• remarkable resemblance

  a very strong similarity

  Example

  There is a remarkable resemblance between the two paintings.

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Summary: resemblance in Brief

Resemblance [rɪˈzɛmbləns] refers to the state of being alike or similar to something or someone else. It can also refer to the degree to which one thing is similar to another. Examples include 'There is a strong resemblance between the two sisters' and 'The baby bears a striking resemblance to his father.' Phrases like 'bear a resemblance to' and 'family resemblance' are also common.