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similarity

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verbの-Adjective

Definitions

1. resemblance
2. similarity

This word means similarity or resemblance between two things that share common features. It is used when comparing things that are alike but not identical, and it often appears in academic, legal, or analytical writing. For example, you might describe two designs or two pieces of writing as being very similar using this word.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The director said they "made a conscious effort not to resemble the earlier work."

Sentence 2

Finally, I'll summarize the similarities and differences between the two.

Sentence 3

She quipped, "another knockoff?"

Sentence 4

Come on, that excuse is way too similar to the one you gave yesterday!

Sentence 5

She stated flatly, "That example doesn't resemble this case."