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noun
1.
the state or fact of resembling; similarity.
2.
a degree, kind, or point of likeness.
3.
a likeness, appearance, or semblance of something.
Origin:
1350–1400; Middle English < Anglo-French, equivalent to resembl(er) to resemble + -ance -ance
1350–1400; Middle English < Anglo-French, equivalent to resembl(er) to resemble + -ance -ance
Related forms
non·re·sem·blance, noun
pre·re·sem·blance, noun
Synonyms
1. Resemblance, similarity imply that there is a likeness between two or more people or things. Resemblance indicates primarily a likeness in appearance, either a striking one or one which merely serves as a reminder to the beholder: The boy has a strong resemblance to his father. Similarity may imply a surface likeness, but usually suggests also a likeness in other characteristics: There is a similarity in their tastes and behavior. 2. analogy, similitude. 3. image.
1. Resemblance, similarity imply that there is a likeness between two or more people or things. Resemblance indicates primarily a likeness in appearance, either a striking one or one which merely serves as a reminder to the beholder: The boy has a strong resemblance to his father. Similarity may imply a surface likeness, but usually suggests also a likeness in other characteristics: There is a similarity in their tastes and behavior. 2. analogy, similitude. 3. image.
Antonyms
1. difference.
1. difference.
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