Same

/seɪm/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Identical; not different or other.
We ordered the same dish at the restaurant.
Of a like kind or quality.
She wore the same dress to both parties.
Used to indicate that two or more things are equal.
His score was the same as mine on the test.
pronoun
Used to refer to something previously mentioned or as a replacement for something that is identical.
She bought a new car, and I want the same.
A situation or condition that is unchanged.
Despite the challenges, he remained the same.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English same, seom; akin to Old High German same.

Common Phrases and Expressions

same old, same old
An expression to indicate that something is always the same.
same here
Used to express agreement or that one feels the same way.
same difference
A phrase used to indicate that two different things are essentially the same.

Related Words

sameness
The quality of being the same.
similar
Having a resemblance to something else.
identical
Exactly alike; indistinguishable.

Slang Meanings

Same vibes
We're both into concerts; same vibes!
Same energy
You and I have the same energy when we hang out.