Definition

In a way that shows a similarity or comparison between two things.

Example

The two situations can be understood analogously, as they share common features.

Conversation

I found this new way to solve math problems that seems really effective.

Oh really? How does it work?

It uses patterns that are analogously similar to what we learned in science.

That sounds interesting! I might try it out for my next assignment.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Analogously → It is formed from "ana-" (meaning up, back, or again) and "logos" (meaning word, reason, or relation) combined with the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "analogously" means in a manner that relates or corresponds to something else, often by drawing a comparison.

Memory Tip

Think of 'up' or 'back' ('ana-') and 'reason' or 'relation' ('logos') to remember that 'analogously' means relating or comparing things in a similar way.

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