The action, or an act, of comparing, likening, or representing as similar: see compare, v.1 1 †to make comparison of: to compare.

The action of comparing one person or thing to another so as to suggest that they are similar or alike; (also) an instance of this.

The action of compare, v.1; comparison.

The action of comparing; concrete a parallel.

A comparison made between one thing and another for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

The action of assimilate, v.; assimilation.

Comparison (with something or someone). Obsolete.

Psychology. The process whereby the individual acquires new ideas, by interpreting presented ideas and experiences in relation to the existing…