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 Sentences

Recent Examples of similar

Dropshipping grew in popularity over the past 15 years following a similar playbook. —Rytis Lauris, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024

Tariffs are also not technically part of the tax code, but their effect on consumers would be similar in costing them more money. —Louis Jacobson, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024

Along with the Schiaparelli frock, similar to the model who debuted the dress in June, Deadwyler wore translucent opera gloves. —Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 Nov. 2024

And because the two isolated genes are found in many other plant species, similar genetic editing may help improve other agricultural staples in the future. —Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024