Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
comparison
Noun
/kəmˈpɛr.ɪ.sən/
Definition
The act of comparing two or more things to identify similarities and differences.
Examples
- In the comparison of two novels, the themes of love and loss were highlighted.
- She drew her conclusions after a careful comparison of the data.
- The teacher encouraged a comparison of different cultures to foster understanding.
Meaning
Comparison is the process of examining two or more items, concepts, or people to ascertain how they are alike or different.
Synonyms
- contrast
- analogy
- similarity
- evaluation
