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Dictionary Entry

compare

verb

Find the meaning of the word compare, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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To examine two or more things in order to note their similarities and differences.

Example Sentence

She will compare the two essays to decide which one is clearer.

Usage Note

Use ‘compare’ when you need to look at two or more items side by side to see how they are alike or different, such as comparing prices, test scores, or characters in a story.