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comparablecomparable /ˈkɑmpərəbəl/ ●○○ adjective ► comparable in size The planet Pluto is comparable in size to the Moon. THESAURUSalmost the same, but not exactly the same► similaralmost the same, but not exactly the same: We have similar tastes in music. Their writing styles are quite similar. ► alike very similar: She and her sister look alike. ► like similar in some way to something else: It tastes a little like chicken. ► akin to something formal similar to something. Used in writing: He looked at me with something akin to awe. ► close very similar to something: The flavor of the margarine is as close to butter as any brand I have found. ► comparable similar to something else in size, number, quality, etc.: Is the pay rate comparable to what you were earning in your last job? ► analogous formal similar to another situation or thing, in a way that lets you make a comparison or use one thing to help you understand the other: The communication system is analogous to the body’s nervous system. ► matching looking the same or very similar to something in color and pattern. Used especially about clothing or things made of cloth: She bought a sofa with matching pillows and curtains. 1similar to something else in size, number, quality, etc. so that you can make a comparison: Prices of comparable homes in New York State are much higher.comparable with/to Is the pay rate comparable to that of other companies? The planet Pluto is comparable in size to the Moon.► see thesaurus at similar2being equally important, good, bad, etc.: comparable with/to His poetry is hardly comparable with Shakespeare’s.—comparability /ˌkɑmpərəˈbɪlət̮i/ noun [uncountable] |