C2 noun 중립

similarity

/ˌsɪm.əˈlær.ə.ti/

Similarity denotes the state of being alike or sharing common characteristics, features, or properties between two or more entities. In an academic context, it refers to the degree of correspondence or resemblance identified during comparative analysis.

예시

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1

There is a striking similarity between the two siblings' facial features.

There is a very noticeable likeness between the faces of the two siblings.

2

The legal counsel argued that the case bore a significant similarity to a previous Supreme Court ruling.

The lawyer claimed this case was very much like an earlier decision made by the Supreme Court.

3

I noticed a lot of similarity between your old car and your new one, honestly.

To be honest, I think your new car looks very much like your old one.

어휘 가족

명사
similarity
부사
similarly
형용사
similar
관련
similitude
💡

암기 팁

Look at the prefix 'sim-', which comes from the Latin for 'one' or 'together' (like in 'simultaneous'). If things have a similarity, they are 'one-like' or 'together' in style.

빠른 퀴즈

Despite their different origins, there is a ______ similarity between the folk tales of both cultures.

정답!

정답은: a

예시

1

There is a striking similarity between the two siblings' facial features.

everyday

There is a very noticeable likeness between the faces of the two siblings.

2

The legal counsel argued that the case bore a significant similarity to a previous Supreme Court ruling.

formal

The lawyer claimed this case was very much like an earlier decision made by the Supreme Court.

3

I noticed a lot of similarity between your old car and your new one, honestly.

informal

To be honest, I think your new car looks very much like your old one.

4

A statistical similarity was observed across all three experimental groups regarding their reaction times.

academic

Researchers found that the reaction times for all three groups were statistically comparable.

5

Our marketing strategy shares some similarity with the approach used by our competitors last year.

business

Our plan for selling products is somewhat like the method our rivals used a year ago.

어휘 가족

명사
similarity
부사
similarly
형용사
similar
관련
similitude

자주 쓰는 조합

striking similarity a very obvious or impressive likeness
bear a similarity to to have features that are like something else
superficial similarity a likeness that exists only on the surface
underlying similarity a deep or fundamental likeness that is not immediately visible
points of similarity specific aspects or details that are alike

자주 쓰는 구문

passing similarity

a slight or minor resemblance

family similarity

the likeness shared between members of the same family

broad similarity

a general or wide-ranging likeness

자주 혼동되는 단어

similarity vs resemblance

Resemblance is more commonly used for physical appearance, whereas similarity covers abstract qualities and data.

similarity vs similitude

Similitude is a more literary or archaic term often referring to a comparison or an allegory.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use 'similarity between' when comparing two or more things, and 'similarity to' when comparing one thing to another specific entity. It can be used as both a countable and uncountable noun.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners sometimes use 'similarity with' in all contexts, but 'similarity to' is generally preferred for direct comparisons. Also, do not confuse the noun 'similarity' with the adjective 'similar'.

💡

암기 팁

Look at the prefix 'sim-', which comes from the Latin for 'one' or 'together' (like in 'simultaneous'). If things have a similarity, they are 'one-like' or 'together' in style.

📖

어원

Derived from the Latin 'similitudo', stemming from 'similis', meaning 'like' or 'resembling'.

문법 패턴

Countable noun (plural: similarities) Often followed by prepositions 'between' or 'to' Can be modified by adjectives like 'striking', 'marked', or 'faint'

빠른 퀴즈

Despite their different origins, there is a ______ similarity between the folk tales of both cultures.

정답!

정답은: a

관련 단어

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

people

A1

People refers to a group of human beings or the general public. It is the standard plural form of the word 'person'.

put

A1

To move something into a particular place or position. It is a fundamental verb used to describe the act of placing an object or setting a situation in a specific location.

mean

A1

To have a specific sense or significance, especially when explaining a word or sign. It can also describe a person's intention or the importance of something to someone.

keep

A1

To continue to have or hold something in your possession or at your disposal. It also means to remain in a specific state, condition, or position without changing.

begin

A1

To start doing something or for an event to happen for the first time. It is often used to describe the first point of a process or activity.

seem

A1

To give the impression of being something or having a particular quality based on what you see or hear. It is used to describe an appearance or feeling that may or may not be the actual truth.

help

A1

To make it easier for someone to do something by offering your services, resources, or support. It can involve physical effort, providing information, or giving money to assist a person or a cause.

talk

A1

To speak in order to give information or express ideas, feelings, or thoughts. It typically involves a conversation between two or more people or a person addressing an audience.

start

A1

To begin doing something or to cause something to happen for the first time. It is frequently used when talking about movements, journeys, or making a machine or engine begin to work.

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