Analogous
mediumuh-NAL-uh-gus
adjective
Definition
Comparable in certain respects; similar
Examples
“The human heart is analogous to a pump.”
“The situation is analogous to what happened last year.”
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GRE Tip
Analogous is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "comparable" or "parallel" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "dissimilar".
Related GRE Words
anomaly
Something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected
disparate
Essentially different in kind; distinct and not able to be compared directly
aberrant
Deviating from what is normal or expected
ephemeral
Lasting for a very short time; transitory
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
benevolent
Well-meaning and kindly; generous and charitable
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