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

Henry compares their rise to a Leicester City story, albeit without the equivalent of a fairytale Premier League title just yet. — Adam Crafton, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Warsh noted in his remarks two weeks ago that more than half the 199 categories of goods and services the government tracks have recorded price increases of at least 3% compared with a year ago, an unusually high number. — Christopher Rugaber, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026

His solution, being presented at IROS 2026 later this month, is a model that predicts what a robot will feel from vision alone and then compares it against real tactile input. — IEEE Spectrum, 10 Sep. 2026

Longer peak performance is the goal, and Apple claims the vapor-chamber design used with the A20 Pro will improve sustained performance by 40% compared with the last-generation iPhone. — Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing compare

• compare (with)