Comparable

/ˈkɒm.pə.rə.bəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Capable of being compared; having similarities that permit comparison.

Her performance in the competition was comparable to that of the top athletes.

Similar in quality, quantity, or degree; worthy of comparison.

The two products are comparable in price, but one offers better features.

Of a nature that allows for effective measurement or evaluation against another.

The study presented findings that are comparable to previous research in the field.

Suitable for comparison; eligible or appropriate for comparative analysis.

In terms of durability, both materials are comparable, making them good options for construction.

From Latin comparabilis, from comparare 'to compare'.

comparable to

having qualities that are similar enough to allow for comparison.

not comparable

not capable of being compared due to differences.

comparison

The act of comparing two or more items.

compare

To examine the similarities and/or differences.

comparable worth

The principle that jobs should be paid based on the value they provide rather than gender.