Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

analogia

noun
/əˈnælədʒi/
Definition
a relationship between two things based on similarities in some aspects
Examples
  • The teacher used an analogy to explain the complex concept of photosynthesis.
  • He drew an analogy between the human brain and a computer.
  • Through analogy, she was able to simplify the mathematical formula for her students.
Meaning
Analogy involves comparing two different things to highlight some form of similarity.
Synonyms
  • comparison
  • similarity
  • metaphor
  • correlation
  • parallel