Definition

To make a comparison between two things to show how they are similar.

Example

In her speech, she tried to analogize the challenges of the past with those we face today.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I was thinking about how we can analogize our experiences to help others learn.

That's a great idea! Using analogies makes things clearer.

Exactly! It’s like when you compare a difficult task to riding a bike.

Right! It helps people understand things in a simpler way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To compare two different things by showing how they are similar in some way.

Example

In her speech, she chose to analogize the process of learning to climbing a mountain.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I was reading this article that tried to analogize the internet to a vast ocean.

That sounds interesting! How did they explain it?

They said just like the ocean, the internet has deep areas and hidden dangers.

Root Explanation

Analogize → It is formed from "ana-" (meaning up, back, or again) and "logos" (meaning word or reason). The word means to explain or compare by bringing back or relating to a similar situation or concept.

Memory Tip

Think of relating things 'back' ('ana-') to a 'reason' or 'word' ('logos') — that's how analogize means to compare or explain by similarity.

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