Synonyms of compare

compare

verb

kəm-ˈper 

1

as in to equate

to describe as similar

reviews that compared the adventure movie to a thrilling ride on a roller coaster

Synonyms & Similar Words

• equate
• refer
• link
• connect
• relate
• analogize
• liken
• bracket
• assimilate
• associate
• match
• couple
• parallel
• allude
• equal

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• contrast

2

as in to identify

to regard or represent as equal or comparable

compared the restaurant's food to the nectar of the gods

Synonyms & Similar Words

• identify
• connect
• equate
• relate
• match
• correlate
• liken
• classify
• link
• associate
• categorize
• join
• class
• group
• grade
• lump (together)
• sort
• assort

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• distinguish
• differentiate
• separate
• discriminate
• discern

Synonym Chooser

How is the word compare distinct from other similar verbs?

The words collate and contrast are common synonyms of compare. While all three words mean "to set side by side in order to show differences and likenesses," compare implies an aim of showing relative values or excellences by bringing out characteristic qualities whether similar or divergent.

compared the convention facilities of the two cities

In what contexts can collate take the place of compare?

The meanings of collate and compare largely overlap; however, collate implies minute and critical inspection in order to note points of agreement or divergence.

data from districts around the country will be collated

When might contrast be a better fit than compare?

While the synonyms contrast and compare are close in meaning, contrast implies an emphasis on differences.

contrasted the computerized system with the old filing cards

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of compare

At the same time, the glasses are not yet meaningful revenue contributors, compared with its massive social media advertising business. —Paulina Likos, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2025

For the new study, the researchers compared people whose 80th birthday fell within a week of the vaccine cutoff—either just missing it or just making it. —Rachel Nuwer, Scientific American, 2 Apr. 2025

Most times, Graham was very good in an era when passing yards and touchdown passes weren’t as easy to complete compared with today’s game. —Mark Podolski, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025

Williams compares his project to sampling, riffing on DeCarava’s work as an act of transmutation. —Sheldon Pearce, The New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2025

Phrases Containing compare

• compare (with)