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similarity

noun B1 Neutral

Meaning

Similarity is when two or more things are alike or have something in common.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "similarity" with "similar," which is an adjective.

Example Sentences

I see a big similarity between your idea and mine .
There is a clear similarity between these two phone models .
There is no similarity between their answers and mine .
What is the similarity between these two pictures ?

Word in Context

I was packing for a trip and I found two sweaters that looked almost the same . They were different colors , but I noticed the similarity in their size and shape . I tried them on to see which one felt better and the red one was more comfortable . In the end I chose the red sweater because it matched my coat and it will be warm on the plane .

Common Phrases

similarity to similarity between similarities and differences

Antonyms

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