similarity
noun
sim·i·lar·i·ty
ˌsi-mə-ˈler-ə-tē 
-ˈla-rə-
plural similarities
1
: the quality or state of being similar : resemblance
2
: a comparable aspect : correspondence
Synonyms
Examples of similarity in a Sentence
I doubt that these words are related beyond a similarity in sound.
The books share a similarity of ideas.
I see a lot of similarities in them.
Looking at these fossils, I see some similarity to modern-day birds.
I see very little similarity between your situation and his.
Recent Examples on the Web
But in a ruling on Friday, Judge Percy Anderson found that any similarities are not protected creative expression under copyright law.
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Gene Maddaus, Variety, 8 Apr. 2024
In keeping with Dorothy’s epic journey, Byas didn’t discover the similarities in her story until the end — that is, until late in the editing process.
—Anne Kniggendorf, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2024
So, when Brush looked to others to produce its recording medium, 3M was well positioned to help out due to magnetic tape’s similarity with its Scotch Tape.
—IEEE Spectrum, 2 Apr. 2024
Morrison also noticed similarities to his Invisibles series, in which a secret group of rebels roam multiple planes of reality, imploring the audience to wake up to the inhuman masters who are controlling the real world.
—Jordan Runtagh, Peoplemag, 31 Mar. 2024
The new rules for heavy-duty vehicles bear many similarities to their counterparts for smaller cars and trucks and will push the industry toward zero-emission technology.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN, 29 Mar. 2024
The lists – all developed from the same prompt – have similarities and differences.
—Steve Andriole, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
Still, the dissimilarities, in his view, outweighed the similarities.
—Andrew Marantz, The New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2024
There are, in fact, more similarities with business class with Beond’s 2-2 cabin configuration than the layouts of most business jets.
—Daniel Ross, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024
Gene Maddaus, Variety, 8 Apr. 2024
In keeping with Dorothy’s epic journey, Byas didn’t discover the similarities in her story until the end — that is, until late in the editing process.
—Anne Kniggendorf, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2024
So, when Brush looked to others to produce its recording medium, 3M was well positioned to help out due to magnetic tape’s similarity with its Scotch Tape.
—IEEE Spectrum, 2 Apr. 2024
Morrison also noticed similarities to his Invisibles series, in which a secret group of rebels roam multiple planes of reality, imploring the audience to wake up to the inhuman masters who are controlling the real world.
—Jordan Runtagh, Peoplemag, 31 Mar. 2024
The new rules for heavy-duty vehicles bear many similarities to their counterparts for smaller cars and trucks and will push the industry toward zero-emission technology.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN, 29 Mar. 2024
The lists – all developed from the same prompt – have similarities and differences.
—Steve Andriole, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
Still, the dissimilarities, in his view, outweighed the similarities.
—Andrew Marantz, The New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2024
There are, in fact, more similarities with business class with Beond’s 2-2 cabin configuration than the layouts of most business jets.
—Daniel Ross, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024
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“Similarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/similarity. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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similarity
noun
sim·i·lar·i·ty
ˌsim-ə-ˈlar-ət-ē
plural similarities
1
: the quality or state of being similar : resemblance
2
: a point in which things are similar : correspondence
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