analogous
Describes things that are similar in some way, often used to help explain a complex idea by comparing it to something simpler. It implies a relationship where two different things share a similar function or structure.
Beispiele
3 von 5The structure of an atom is often seen as analogous to a tiny solar system.
The structure of an atom is often seen as analogous to a tiny solar system.
The legal situation in this country is analogous to the one we saw in Europe last year.
The legal situation in this country is analogous to the one we saw in Europe last year.
Think of the internet as analogous to a giant highway for information.
Think of the internet as analogous to a giant highway for information.
Synonyme
Gegenteile
Wortfamilie
Merkhilfe
Think of an 'Analog' clock. The movement of the clock's hands is 'analogous' to the actual passing of time.
Schnelles Quiz
The software's security system is ______ to a series of locked gates.
Richtig!
Die richtige Antwort ist: analogous
Beispiele
The structure of an atom is often seen as analogous to a tiny solar system.
everydayThe structure of an atom is often seen as analogous to a tiny solar system.
The legal situation in this country is analogous to the one we saw in Europe last year.
formalThe legal situation in this country is analogous to the one we saw in Europe last year.
Think of the internet as analogous to a giant highway for information.
informalThink of the internet as analogous to a giant highway for information.
Researchers found that the wings of insects are functionally analogous to those of birds.
academicResearchers found that the wings of insects are functionally analogous to those of birds.
Our current expansion strategy is analogous to our successful entry into the Asian market.
businessOur current expansion strategy is analogous to our successful entry into the Asian market.
Synonyme
Gegenteile
Wortfamilie
Häufige Kollokationen
Häufige Phrasen
analogous to the situation
similar to the current state of affairs
not strictly analogous
not a perfect comparison
in an analogous way
in a similar manner
Wird oft verwechselt mit
Analysis is the detailed examination of something; analogous describes a comparison between things.
Anonymous means having an unknown name; analogous means being similar or comparable.
Nutzungshinweise
Analogous is almost always followed by the preposition 'to'. It is most frequently used in academic, scientific, or formal contexts to clarify a concept through comparison.
Häufige Fehler
Learners often use 'with' instead of 'to' (e.g., 'analogous with'), though 'to' is the standard preposition. Some also confuse it with 'similar', but 'analogous' specifically implies a deeper logical or functional connection.
Merkhilfe
Think of an 'Analog' clock. The movement of the clock's hands is 'analogous' to the actual passing of time.
Wortherkunft
Derived from the Greek 'analogos', meaning 'proportionate' or 'according to a ratio'.
Grammatikmuster
Schnelles Quiz
The software's security system is ______ to a series of locked gates.
Richtig!
Die richtige Antwort ist: analogous
Verwandtes Vokabular
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ready
A2To be fully prepared for an action or an event. It describes a state where everything is set so that something can happen immediately without delay.
simple
A2Something that is easy to understand, do, or use because it is not complicated. It can also describe something that is plain and basic in style, without extra decoration.
physical
A2Relating to the body rather than the mind or feelings. It also describes things that exist in the real world and can be seen or touched.
general
A2Describing something that affects most people or things rather than being specific to one. It is also used to describe a broad understanding of a topic without focusing on small details.
environmental
A2Relating to the natural world of land, sea, air, plants, and animals. It is often used to describe things that involve protecting nature from damage caused by humans.
medical
A2Relating to the science of medicine and the treatment of injuries or diseases. It is used to describe things connected to doctors, nurses, and the healthcare system.
traditional
A2Following or belonging to the customs and beliefs that have been part of a group of people or a society for a long time. It describes practices that are done in the same way they have been done in the past rather than using new or modern methods.
private
A2Describes something that belongs to a specific person or group and is not for public use. It also refers to a place or conversation where others are not allowed to listen or watch.
difficult
A2Something that is hard to do, understand, or deal with because it requires a lot of effort or skill. It can also describe a person who is not easy to please or work with.
religious
A2Describes someone who has a strong belief in a god or a group of gods and follows the practices of a religion. It can also refer to things that are connected with or related to a particular religion.
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