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/
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
The scientist explained that bird wings are analogous to airplane wings because they serve similar functions.
The professor compared two analogous systems with similar functions.
The analogous design looked so fabulous that its success seemed miraculous.
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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.
Breakdown
ana- (according to, up) + logo- (ratio, word) + -ous (adjective suffix) = analogous
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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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