CEFR B2

analogous

adjective

Meaning

Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way which makes clearer the nature of the things compared.

Examples

The structure of a virus is analogous to a computer program, in that it needs a host to replicate.
His role as a team captain was analogous to that of a conductor leading an orchestra.

Synonyms: like, similar, comparable, parallel

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analogous (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /əˈnæləɡəs/

Definition

Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way which makes clearer the nature of the things compared.

Examples

The structure of a virus is analogous to a computer program, in that it needs a host to replicate.
His role as a team captain was analogous to that of a conductor leading an orchestra.
The process of learning a new language is analogous to building a house; each new word or grammar rule is like a brick.

How to Use analogous

analogous to (prepositional phrase): Similar to something else in a specific way. — "The function of the heart is analogous to a pump."

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