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having qualities or features that are alike or comparable
The twins have similar facial features.
They look alike because they share many facial characteristics.
This software has a similar function to the previous version.
It performs comparable tasks to the earlier edition.
Often used to describe objects, people, or concepts that share notable characteristics.
Use 'similar to' when comparing two things directly, e.g., 'This is similar to that.'
Be specific when describing similarities to avoid vague comparisons.
Always specify what aspects are similar to avoid ambiguity.
From Middle English 'similare,' from Old French 'similaire,' from Latin 'similis' meaning 'like, resembling.'
Commonly used to compare objects, ideas, or people. Often followed by 'to' when making direct comparisons.