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

The article draws parallels to the Boston Celtics' decision to trade Jaylen Brown, highlighting the challenges of building a championship roster when a significant portion of the salary cap is tied to one player under the new CBA. — Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Some observers have drawn parallels to one of the most famous disciplinary controversies in World Cup history. — Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 6 July 2026

Today’s enthusiasm for independent watchmakers, artisanal finishing, and provenance has surprising parallels to the late 18th century. — Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 3 July 2026

The irony at the heart of the shoot lies not just in the parallels between Dune and the design of Heizer’s work, but that, for most visitors, photography at City is prohibited. — Lara Johnson-Wheeler, Vogue, 3 July 2026

As supporters and protesters clash, Cartman travels back to 1776, witnesses the independence debate and finds parallels to the present. — Hillel Italie, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026

Nolan cast Travis Scott in the role of a bard because of the parallels between the rapper's primary profession and the nature of The Odyssey itself. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 3 July 2026

As supporters and protesters clash, Cartman travels back to 1776, witnesses the independence debate and finds parallels to the present. — ABC News, 2 July 2026

For some visitors, the monument to one of the nation’s most consequential chapters also drew unsettling parallels to today's divisions. — Chris Kenning, USA Today, 2 July 2026

Verb

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

The trip is best known for its access to Glacier National Park and parallels to the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026

The Great Dying is also the extinction event that most closely parallels Earth’s current environmental crisis. — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 18 June 2026

The drama parallels some of Jolie’s real-life health challenges. — Charlie Carballo, USA Today, 18 June 2026

Fire Island, the sandbar that parallels the south shore of Long Island for 32 miles, is home to more than a dozen communities, each with its own style. — Fred A. Bernstein, Architectural Digest, 8 June 2026