comparable — similar in size, amount, or quality; able to be compared
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: similar in size, amount, or quality; able to be compared
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːmpərəbl/
Example Sentences
- My cooking skills are comparable to a microwave - we both just heat things up!
- The salary offered is comparable to industry standards.
- His intelligence is comparable to Einstein's, but his room organization is comparable to a tornado's aftermath.
comparable
ADJECTIVE[/ˈkɑːmpərəbl/]
similar in size, amount, or quality; able to be compared
The two phones were comparable in price and performance.
The two restaurants were comparable because they offered similar food and prices. (COMPARE + ABLE → able to be compared)
The two comparable jackets were repairable, and both became wearable again.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'comparabilis', derived from 'comparare' meaning 'to pair together' or 'to liken', which combines 'com-' (together) and 'parare' (to prepare or match).
Breakdown
com- (together) + par (equal/prepare) + -able (capable of being) = comparable
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📝Examples
“My cooking skills are comparable to a microwave - we both just heat things up!”
“The salary offered is comparable to industry standards.”
“His intelligence is comparable to Einstein's, but his room organization is comparable to a tornado's aftermath.”
“The performance of these two smartphones is quite comparable.”
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