comparison
Translation
comparison
Examples
A comparison of the two plans is needed.
A comparison of the two plans is needed.
This is cheap in comparison with other stores.
This is cheap in comparison with other stores.
There is no comparison between them.
There is no comparison between them.
Grammar Patterns
((a comparison of sth.)) the act of comparing two or more people or things A comparison of the two cars shows many differences.
((in comparison with/to sth.)) when compared with someone or something In comparison with last year, we are doing well.
Similar Words
Synonyms: contrast, analogy, correlation
Etymology
From the verb 'compare' + the noun-forming suffix '-ion'. It means 'the act of comparing'.
Memory Tips
The '-ion' at the end of the word tells you it's a noun. It's the noun form of the verb 'compare'.