congeneric

adjective

Definition of congenericnext
as in similar

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for congeneric
  1. similar
  2. comparable
  3. allied
  4. kindred
  5. related
  6. analogous
  7. congenial
  8. such
Adjective
  • This faux-shearling coat from Gap has slim lines and a single row of buttons, similar to what Holmes wore, but in all-black.
    Clint Davis, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Concerns have been voiced within the community regarding the paint schemes for the team's No. 6 and No. 60 cars under the Castrol sponsorship, which resulted in similar looks for each vehicle, allegedly diminishing their individual identities.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of similar
Adjective
  • Rural states like West Virginia have life expectancies akin to those in developing nations, while wealthier states like California boast outcomes comparable to European ones.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Lululemon China Sales As a result, the company has turned to China for growth, which so far has helped lift sales across the overall business and because of that company-wide comparable sales grew 4% during the quarter.
    Mark Faithfull, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of comparable
Adjective
  • The meeting, set for Tuesday and Wednesday in Brussels, will focus on reinforcing allied support for Ukraine as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to assume office in January.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024
  • Rutte shot down the possibility of deploying NATO troops to the region — as Russia gains support from allied countries’ militant groups.
    Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of allied
Adjective
  • This no-qualms attitude found a kindred visionary in Elon Musk, the current owner of X (once called Twitter), founder of Tesla and PayPal.
    Alexandra Bregman, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
  • All of us need the support and reassurance that come with connection to these kindred souls.
    Robert B. Reich, Hartford Courant, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of kindred
Adjective
  • If this trend continues, projections suggest that by 2030, nearly half of the population will suffer from obesity and related chronic health issues.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Trapdoor spiders are closely related to tarantulas, as both belong to the Avicularioidea superfamily of spiders.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of related
Adjective
  • Self-publishing is analogous to modern communication, but more in relation to social media and blogging than self-publishing on Amazon or through a vanity press.
    Tim Brinkhof, JSTOR Daily, 11 Dec. 2024
  • PMTs would function in an analogous role to deliver basic primary care.
    Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of analogous
Adjective
  • Our great diversity of climes and communities means that every American restless of home can find some place more congenial within our borders.
    The Editors, National Review, 28 Nov. 2024
  • His past demonstrates a very congenial, charitable and considerate humanity.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2024
Definition of congenial
Adjective
  • As such, this shift in responsibility would involve building a company culture where growth in AI is congruent with maintaining an awareness of its differentiation from IT.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Any such efforts will, of necessity, require incredible resources and the sustaining interest of regional and global allies at implementing these plans and, more importantly, sustaining them for the long term.
    Daniel R. Green, Baltimore Sun, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of such
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Thesaurus Entries Near congeneric

congeals

congeneric

congenerous

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“Congeneric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congeneric. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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