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

Everything in the sky felt upside down and opposite, compared with what I was used to. —Abigail Bishop, The Conversation, 7 July 2025

Public green space covers about 35 percent of its area, compared with just 20 percent of London. —Krista Langlois, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 July 2025

To examine this, researchers analyzed data from over 700 young adults aged 18 to 30, comparing emotional regulation and dependence levels across three attachment styles: secure, preoccupied and dismissing. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025

Last year, researchers compared the climate predictions from four computer models that considered plant vapors. —Max G. Levy, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2025

Phrases Containing compare

• compare (with)