Synonyms of parallels

parallels 1 of 2

noun

plural of parallel

1

as in similarities

a point which two or more things share in common

her professor pointed out some parallels between the two novels

Synonyms & Similar Words

• similarities
• resemblances
• commonalities
• correspondences
• similitudes
• common denominators
• congruities
• equivalents
• equals
• analogies
• counterparts
• homologies

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dissimilarities
• differences
• discrepancies
• incongruities
• changes
• divergences
• variations
• modifications
• incongruences
• deviances

2

as in equivalents

one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value

an advance that is without parallel in the history of virology

Synonyms & Similar Words

• equivalents
• counterparts
• colleagues
• coordinates
• partners
• peers
• rivals
• equals
• likes
• fellows
• matches
• analogues
• coequals
• competitors
• companions
• compeers
• associates
• twins
• halves
• doubles
• mates
• copartners

parallels

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of parallel

as in matches

to be the exact counterpart of

developments in the television show paralleled those in the lead actor's real life

Synonyms & Similar Words

• matches
• mirrors
• complements
• corresponds (to)
• equals
• echoes
• conforms (to)
• supplements
• goes (with)
• coordinates (with)
• blends (with)
• approaches
• harmonizes (with)
• suggests
• counterbalances
• rivals
• amounts (to)
• measures (up)
• images
• counterpoises
• comes (to)
• repeats
• nears
• partakes (of)
• adds up (to)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of parallels

Noun

There are parallels to the Epstein saga; tensions between an insular, blue-collar police force and federal agents with elite educations; systemic corruption; office politics. — Judy Berman, Time, 27 July 2026

Smartglasses, led by companies like Even Realities, are gaining traction among corporate executives, drawing parallels to early Blackberry adoption that paved the way for smartphones. — Cortney Harding, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

But Deutsche Bank analyst Adrian Cox put the AI debate into a more historical perspective, drawing parallels with the fight between direct current and alternating current in the 1880s during the emergence of electrical technology. — Jason Ma, Fortune, 27 July 2026

The parental parallels between Quinn reconciling with her mother’s ulterior motive and Staten hashing out the Double K Ranch chairman debacle with his father provided another test for the couple to work through before being together. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 23 July 2026

My first fundamental concern — all the undesirable parallels — has been fixed to my satisfaction. — Corey Merriman, New York Times, 23 July 2026

In late 2026, George will begin his studies at William’s alma mater, the prestigious Eton College, continuing the parallels between his life and his father’s. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 22 July 2026

Aside from Fitness Index, most of the other wellness features debuting on the Galaxy Watch 9 have parallels in competitors' models. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 22 July 2026

But baseball is rife with parallels between talented players present and past, and Gant might be Rose’s perfect facsimile. — Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026

Verb

Drawing parallels, the article suggests modern leaders can adopt Shackleton's strategies, enhanced by AI tools like ChatGPT. — Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

The vice president’s first book is Hillbilly Elegy, a title that closely parallels Appalachian Elegy, a poetry collection by the radical Black feminist author bell hooks. — David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 21 July 2026

The production ends with an extended hospital scene that parallels the orgy. — Lauren Oyler, New Yorker, 20 July 2026

Al-Zaidi’s visit parallels a trip by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman last November, when the White House announced hundreds of billions of dollars in private and public commitments by the two countries. — Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 15 July 2026

Modern parallels The Progressive Era was a response to the Gilded Age driven by the late 19th century industrial revolution. — Mark Brilliant, Mercury News, 9 July 2026

Attorneys suing Lozano say her rise parallels an exponential increase in visa applications for trafficking and domestic abuse cases. — ABC News, 29 June 2026

Trump administration alleges ‘rampant fraud’ Attorneys suing Lozano say her rise parallels an exponential increase in visa applications for trafficking and domestic abuse cases. — Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026

Remnants of this dirt road can still be seen, and the road roughly parallels present-day Sherrill Road. — Arkansas Online, 27 June 2026