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similarity

/ˌsɪməˈlærəti/
English Definition
n. the state of being alike
中文释义
相似性
Example Sentence

The similarity between the two fossil skeletons suggests they may have shared a common ancestor millions of years ago.

这两个化石骨骼之间的相似性表明它们可能在数百万年前有共同的祖先。

Antonyms
difference dissimilarity
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “similarity”?

  1. A A condition in which a part of your body or mind is damaged and does not work well
  2. B The act of officially not allowing something
  3. C The state of being alike
  4. D A type of job that requires special education or training
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C — The state of being alike. “similarity” means the state of being alike.

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “the state of being alike”?

  1. A profession
  2. B similarity
  3. C impairment
  4. D prohibition
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B — similarity. “similarity” means the state of being alike.

Common questions about “similarity”

What does “similarity” mean?

similarity — the state of being alike. In Chinese: 相似性.

How do you pronounce “similarity”?

similarity is pronounced /ˌsɪməˈlærəti/.

How is “similarity” used in a sentence?

The similarity between the two fossil skeletons suggests they may have shared a common ancestor millions of years ago. (这两个化石骨骼之间的相似性表明它们可能在数百万年前有共同的祖先。)

What are synonyms for “similarity”?

resemblance, likeness, parallel — all close in meaning to similarity (the state of being alike).

What is the opposite of “similarity”?

difference, dissimilarity — each the opposite of similarity (the state of being alike).

Is “similarity” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. similarity is on the SAT Prep Basic list — the everyday academic words the SAT assumes you already have. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

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