similar
[ sim-uh-ler ]
/ ˈsɪm ə lər /
adjective
having a likeness or resemblance, especially in a general way: two similar houses.
Geometry.
(of figures) having the same shape; having corresponding sides proportional and corresponding angles equal: similar triangles.
Mathematics.
(of two square matrices) related by means of a similarity transformation.
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British Dictionary definitions for similarly
similar
/ (ˈsɪmɪlə) /
adjective
showing resemblance in qualities, characteristics, or appearance; alike but not identical
geometry
(of two or more figures) having corresponding angles equal and all corresponding sides in the same ratio
Compare congruent (def. 2)
maths
(of two classes) equinumerous
Derived forms of similar
similarity (ˌsɪmɪˈlærɪtɪ), noun similarly, adverbWord Origin for similar
C17: from Old French
similaire, from Latin
similis
usage for similar
As should not be used after
similar: Wilson held a similar position to Jones (not
a similar position as Jones);
the system is similar to the one in France (not
similar as the one in France)