similar

[ˈsɪm.ə.lər]

similar Definition

• 1. having qualities in common; resembling something else
• 2. almost the same but not exactly

Using similar: Examples

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

• Example

  The two houses look very similar.

• Example

  The situation is similar to one I was in before.

• Example

  The two paintings are similar in style.

• Example

  The twins are similar in appearance.

similar Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for similar

• alike
• comparable
• analogous
• related
• corresponding

Antonyms for similar

• different
• dissimilar
• unrelated

Phrases with similar

• be similar to

  to have qualities or characteristics that are alike or resemble something else

  Example

  The new model is similar to the previous one, but with some improvements.

• similar to that of

  resembling or comparable to something else

  Example

  The taste of this dish is similar to that of the traditional recipe.

• similar to each other

  having qualities or characteristics that are alike or resemble each other

  Example

  The two brothers are similar to each other in many ways.

Origins of similar

from Old French 'similaire', from Latin 'similis', meaning 'like'

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Summary: similar in Brief

The term 'similar' [ˈsɪm.ə.lər] refers to things that share qualities or characteristics and resemble each other, though they may not be exactly the same. It is often used to compare two or more things, as in 'The two houses look very similar.' 'Similar' can also be used in phrases like 'be similar to,' 'similar to that of,' and 'similar to each other.'