similar
UK: ˈsɪmɪlə | US: ˈsɪmələr
adj. having qualities in common; resembling something else without being identical
adj. (mathematics) having the same shape but not necessarily the same size or position
similar = simil<like> + ar<adjective suffix>
- simil<like>: From Latin similis ("like, resembling"), related to simul ("at the same time").
- ar<adjective suffix>: A Latin-derived suffix used to form adjectives (e.g., regular, polar).
Etymology Origin:
The word similar traces back to Latin similis, which conveyed likeness or resemblance. The suffix -ar was later added in English to form the adjective. The core idea of "likeness" persists in modern usage, whether describing shared traits or geometric proportionality.
The two paintings are similar in style but differ in color palette.
Their opinions on the issue are strikingly similar.
Triangles with identical angles are mathematically similar.
The new model is similar to its predecessor but more efficient.
Despite similar backgrounds, their career paths diverged.