analogical
Translation
analogical
Examples
He used analogical reasoning to solve the problem.
He used analogical reasoning to solve the problem.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + noun used to describe a noun He used analogical reasoning.
Similar Words
Synonyms: comparative, corresponding, parallel; Antonyms: different, dissimilar
Etymology
From Greek 'ana-' (according to) + 'logos' (ratio). The '-ical' suffix forms an adjective.
Memory Tips
Remember it through the phrase 'analogical reasoning', which means reasoning based on comparison or analogy.