Comparison (Noun)
Meaning 1
Qualities that are comparable; "no comparison between the two books"; "beyond compare".
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 2
Relation based on similarities and differences.
Classification
Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.
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Meaning 3
The act of examining resemblances; "they made a comparison of noise levels"; "the fractions selected for comparison must require pupils to consider both numerator and denominator".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- A direct comparison between the two devices was needed to see which one was better.
- They made a comparison of noise levels in the two areas and found a significant difference.
- The company did a thorough comparison of its prices with those of its competitors.
- To facilitate a meaningful comparison, all data should be converted to the same unit.
- For an accurate comparison, both options must be presented in a neutral manner.