same

[seɪm]

same Definition

• 1. identical; not different
• 2. used to indicate that one has mentioned a particular person or thing before
• 3. used to indicate that a description applies to two or more people or things equally

Using same: Examples

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

• Example

  We both have the same car.

• Example

  The two paintings are the same.

• Example

  I saw the same movie twice.

• Example

  She is wearing the same dress as yesterday.

same Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for same

• identical
• equal
• equivalent
• alike
• similar

Antonyms for same

• different
• distinct
• disparate

Phrases with same

• all the same

  despite what has just been said or done

  Example

  I know it's expensive, but I want it all the same.

• just the same

  despite what has just been said or done; nevertheless

  Example

  I don't like it, but I'll do it just the same.

• the same to you

  used to say that one will treat another person in the same way that they have been treated

  Example

  A: You're fired! B: The same to you!

Origins of same

from Old Norse 'samr', meaning 'same'

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Summary: same in Brief

The term 'same' [seɪm] refers to something that is identical or not different. It can be used to indicate that one has mentioned a particular person or thing before, or that a description applies to two or more people or things equally. Examples include 'We both have the same car' and 'She is wearing the same dress as yesterday.' Phrases like 'all the same' and 'just the same' indicate a continuation of a situation despite previous actions or statements.