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

As shared by House of Highlights, Flagg compared himself to current Los Angeles Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard. —Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025

Parent company Tapestry reported in its latest earnings that Coach revenue grew 15% compared with the same quarter a year prior and saw a 77.1% gross margin. —Natalie Rice, CNBC, 25 June 2025

The pedestrian’s death marks the 32nd traffic fatality of the year in Kansas City, compared with 47 at this time last year. —Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 14 June 2025

But compared with other MLS stadiums, Audi Field is quite basic. —Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 14 June 2025

Phrases Containing compare

• compare (with)