comparable

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comparable

The two scientists are working with comparable data sets.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Similar or equivalent in certain respects: Having enough similarities to allow or justify a meaningful comparison.
    • Worthy of comparison: Of a quality or standard that is similar enough to be mentioned in the same context.
Usage
  • Used to describe two or more things that are alike in some significant way, allowing them to be compared.
  • Often followed by the preposition "to" or "with" to indicate what something is being compared to.
  • Can be used in both positive and negative contexts (e.g., "comparable to" or "not comparable to").
Examples
  • Adjective:
    • The two cars are of comparable size and performance. (They are similar enough to be compared fairly.)
    • Her latest novel is not comparable to her earlier masterpieces. (It is not of a similar, high enough standard to be judged alongside them.)
    • We need to find a house at a comparable price. (We need a house with a similar price.)
Advanced Usage
  • "Comparable to": Used to state that something is similar to something else, often something considered a standard or benchmark.
    • The athlete's speed is comparable to that of an Olympic sprinter.
  • "Comparable with": Often used in more formal or technical contexts to indicate things that can be placed side by side for analysis.
    • The results are comparable with those from previous studies.
Variants and Related Words
  • Comparably (adverb): In a similar manner or to a similar degree.
    • She was comparably successful in her second career.
  • Comparability (noun): The quality of being suitable for comparison.
    • The comparability of the data sets is crucial for the analysis.
Synonyms
  • Similar: Alike but not identical.
  • Equivalent: Equal in value, measure, force, effect, or significance.
  • Analogous: Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clarification easier.
Antonyms
  • Incomparable: So good or great that nothing can be compared to it; or, so different that comparison is impossible.
  • Dissimilar: Not alike; different.
  • Unequal: Not equal in quantity, size, value, or standard.
comparable

The two scientists are working with comparable data sets.

Adjective
  1. conforming in every respect
    • boxes with corresponding dimensions
    • the like period of the preceding year
  2. able to be compared or worthy of comparison

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