similarity — the quality of being similar to something or someone; a resemblance or common feature
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being similar to something or someone; a resemblance or common feature
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌsɪməˈlærəti/
Example Sentences
- My friend and I have such a strong similarity in taste that we once bought the exact same shirt without telling each other.
- Scientists studied the similarity in DNA between humans and chimpanzees.
- The teacher asked students to find similarities between the two historical events.
similarity
NOUN[/ˌsɪməˈlærəti/]
the quality of being similar to something or someone; a resemblance or common feature
The twins share a striking similarity that confuses even their closest friends.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin similis meaning 'like' or 'resembling'. The suffix -ity, denoting quality or state, was added to create a noun expressing the quality of being alike or resembling.
Breakdown
similis (like, resembling) + -ity (suffix denoting quality or state)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My friend and I have such a strong similarity in taste that we once bought the exact same shirt without telling each other.”
“Scientists studied the similarity in DNA between humans and chimpanzees.”
“The teacher asked students to find similarities between the two historical events.”
“People often say my dog looks like me — I guess we share a similarity in our messy hair!”
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