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comparably
[ kom-per-uh-blee ]
adverb
- in a way that shows a resemblance or similarity; similarly:
The only real difference between the ovens came down to size; they performed comparably.
These sound much better than other comparably priced speakers.
- in a way that allows for or suggests a comparison:
Randomization allows researchers to comparably test different treatments in similar groups.
Other Word Forms
- ܲ·dz·貹·· adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of comparably1
Example Sentences
Red tape means that popular metropolitan areas like Melbourne and Sydney are far less dense than comparably sized cities around the world.
There are comparably high rates of periods disappearing in competitors in sports like gymnastics, ballet and figure skating.
The team found that the e-tattoos performed comparably well at detecting brainwaves with minimal noise.
Wolff added, "It is a simple-minded argument based on the false premise that the comparably large bureaucracies of mega-corporations and governments either do not exist or do not matter."
The wait for the result announcement was comparably quicker this time as a jubilant and relieved Catterall was awarded a unanimous decision.
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