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

Property crime is down another 28% compared with the same period in 2025. — Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2026

According to the companies, the system should reduce diesel consumption by over 500,000 liters annually and cut Scope 1 emissions by 40 percent compared with MV Accolade II. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Aug. 2026

The study also found that, when compared with injuries from traditional pedal bikes, e-bike riders suffered more serious and severe injuries. — Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

OpenAI’s research and engineering headcount has grown at roughly 97% annually and Anthropic’s at 152%, compared with 27% for Google DeepMind. — Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing compare

• compare (with)