noun “comparison”
singular comparison, plural comparisons or uncountable
- the act or process of examining two or more things to note similarities and differences
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When you do a comparison of different universities, you should look at their course offerings and reputation.
- used to convey the idea of being vastly different (in negative sentences)
There is no comparison between her singing talent and mine, as she is far more accomplished than I am.
- (in grammar) the system of changing adjectives or adverbs to show degrees
My teacher introduced comparison by illustrating fast, faster, and fastest.
- something that acts as a point of similarity or analogy
Her painting bears comparison with the work of the old masters due to its meticulous detail.
- (in rhetoric) a simile
In his speech, the author often used comparison to highlight the importance of perseverance.