Synonyms of similar

similar

adjective

ˈsi-mə-lər 

as in comparable

having qualities in common

the two actresses accidentally wore similar outfits to the same gala

Synonyms & Similar Words

• comparable
• analogous
• like
• alike
• such
• parallel
• identical
• corresponding
• matching
• equivalent
• akin
• resembling
• synonymous
• related
• cognate
• same
• resemblant
• correspondent
• twin
• connate
• suchlike
• on the order of
• ditto
• commensurate
• relatable
• proportionate
• consistent
• virtual
• tantamount
• allied
• kindred
• equal
• congeneric
• interchangeable
• duplicate
• congenial
• uniform
• indistinguishable
• homogeneous
• redundant
• kin
• consonant
• approaching
• conforming
• entire
• coincident
• conformable
• close
• substitutable
• homogenous
• congenerous
• me-too
• fungible
• connatural
• coextensive
• unvarying
• approximating
• selfsame
• unchanging
• unvaried

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• different
• dissimilar
• unlike
• diverse
• various
• distinct
• disparate
• distinguishable
• varied
• varying
• variable
• unakin
• nonequivalent
• unrelated
• inaccurate
• noninterchangeable
• imprecise
• inexact
• unconnected

Synonym Chooser

How does the adjective similar contrast with its synonyms?

The words analogous and parallel are common synonyms of similar. While all three words mean "closely resembling each other," similar implies the possibility of being mistaken for each other.

all the houses in the development are similar

When can analogous be used instead of similar?

The synonyms analogous and similar are sometimes interchangeable, but analogous applies to things belonging in essentially different categories but nevertheless having many similarities.

analogous political systems

In what contexts can parallel take the place of similar?

While the synonyms parallel and similar are close in meaning, parallel suggests a marked likeness in the development of two things.

the parallel careers of two movie stars

Examples of similar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Among men, about half have a favorable view of Harris and a similar share have a positive opinion of Trump. —Steve Peoples, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2024

The Times also has sued OpenAI and Microsoft, making similar copyright-infringement allegations. —Todd Spangler, Variety, 21 Oct. 2024

Milner’s artistic practice engages with similar themes as Gonzalez-Torres, restaging everyday objects in new contexts. —Nathan Pugh, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Oct. 2024

And in the new season, Ackles, 46, drives a similar car throughout the second episode. —Breanne L. Heldman, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024