Comparable — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈkäm-p(ə-)rə-bəl/ com·pa·ra·ble

Meaning & Definition of Comparable

Comparable (adjective)

  1. capable of or suitable for comparison
  2. similar, like

Comparable (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having qualities in common

    "two comparable selections that are hard to choose between"

    similar: akin, alike, analogous, cognate, connate, correspondent, corresponding, ditto, like, matching, parallel, resemblant, resembling, similar, such, suchlike, on the order of
    related: commensurate, proportionate, tantamount, virtual, allied, congeneric, congenerous, congenial, connatural, kin, kindred, relatable, related, approaching, approximating, close, coextensive, coincident, conformable, conforming, consistent, consonant, duplicate, equal, equivalent, fungible, identical, indistinguishable, interchangeable, me-too, redundant, same, selfsame, substitutable, synonymous, twin, entire, homogeneous, homogenous, unchanging, uniform, unvaried, unvarying
    opposite: different, dissimilar, diverse, unakin, unlike
    near: disparate, distinct, distinguishable, nonequivalent, noninterchangeable, variable, varied, various, varying, imprecise, inaccurate, inexact, unconnected, unrelated

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Comparable

The most common words with a similar meaning to Comparable:

akin, alike, analogous, cognate, connate, correspondent, corresponding, ditto, like, matching, parallel, resemblant, resembling, similar, such, suchlike, on the order of

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Comparable

Words with the opposite meaning of Comparable:

different, dissimilar, diverse, unakin, unlike

Related Words for Comparable

commensurate, proportionate, tantamount, virtual, allied, congeneric, congenerous, congenial, connatural, kin, kindred, relatable, related, approaching, approximating, close, coextensive, coincident, conformable, conforming, consistent, consonant, duplicate, equal, equivalent, fungible, identical, indistinguishable, interchangeable, me-too

Near Antonyms of Comparable

disparate, distinct, distinguishable, nonequivalent, noninterchangeable, variable, varied, various, varying, imprecise, inaccurate, inexact, unconnected, unrelated

Word Forms of Comparable

Derived words: comparableness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Comparable

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Comparable

Words & Phrases Containing Comparable

comparable worth

Frequently Asked Questions about Comparable

What does "Comparable" mean?

"Comparable" means capable of or suitable for comparison. As an adjective, it is defined as: capable of or suitable for comparison.

What is another word for "Comparable"?

Other words for "Comparable" include akin, alike, analogous, cognate, connate, correspondent, corresponding and ditto. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Comparable" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Comparable"?

There are 60 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Comparable". Common alternatives include akin, alike, analogous, cognate, connate, correspondent, corresponding, ditto, like and matching.

What is the opposite of "Comparable"?

Antonyms of "Comparable" include different, dissimilar, diverse, unakin and unlike. Near antonyms include disparate, distinct, distinguishable and nonequivalent.

How do you use "Comparable" in a sentence?

Examples of "Comparable" in a sentence: "two comparable selections that are hard to choose between".

Is "Comparable" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Comparable" is an adjective.

Is "Comparable" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Comparable" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Comparable"?

"Comparable" is pronounced /ˈkäm-p(ə-)rə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as com·pa·ra·ble.