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similar
[ sim-uh-ler ]
adjective
- having a likeness or resemblance, especially in a general way:
two similar houses.
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- Geometry. (of figures) having the same shape; having corresponding sides proportional and corresponding angles equal:
similar triangles.
- Mathematics. (of two square matrices) related by means of a similarity transformation.
similar
/ ˈsɪmɪlə; ˌsɪmɪˈlærɪtɪ /
adjective
- showing resemblance in qualities, characteristics, or appearance; alike but not identical
- geometry (of two or more figures) having corresponding angles equal and all corresponding sides in the same ratio Compare congruent
- maths (of two classes) equinumerous
Usage
Derived Forms
- similarity, noun
- ˈ, adverb
Other Word Forms
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Word History and Origins
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Example Sentences
A similar investigation into Harvard was announced last week.
While the rest of the group was washed clear and swept downstream, Andrea, Nicola and Morgan were sucked into the hydraulic jump, or spin, a recirculating flow similar to a washing machine.
But Orrick, who was nominated by President Obama, said this was essentially what government lawyers argued during Trump’s first term when the Republican issued a similar order.
Cardinals wear similar clothes, but they can be distinguished by their more ornate damask pattern mitres, which look cream rather than white.
Private buyers or public entities such as Los Angeles County have picked up some downtown office towers at “huge discounts” compared with what it would cost to erect similar new buildings, Zanetos said.
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