analogous — comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of the things compared
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of the things compared
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈnæləɡəs/
Korean meaning: 유사한, 비슷한 (특정 측면에서 비교 가능한)
Korean pronunciation: 어**낼**러거스
Example Sentences
- My boss's management style is analogous to a dictator - he never listens to anyone!
- The brain's neural networks are analogous to computer circuits.
- His appetite is analogous to a black hole - nothing escapes!
analogous
ADJECTIVE//əˈnæləɡəs//
comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of the things compared
Teacher shows how bird and bat wings are analogous structures
An uses a LOG between US to compare - analogous proportions!
Though they appear synonymous, their autonomous minds are analogous to night and day!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'analogos' meaning 'proportionate' or 'according to ratio,' derived from 'ana-' (according to) and 'logos' (ratio, proportion). The word entered English via Latin and French, used in logic and mathematics before broadening to general comparative use.
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📝Examples
“My boss's management style is analogous to a dictator - he never listens to anyone!”
“The brain's neural networks are analogous to computer circuits.”
“His appetite is analogous to a black hole - nothing escapes!”
“The company's growth pattern is analogous to that of its main competitor.”
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