analogous
/əˈnæl.ə.ɡəs/
Group 6Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of the things compared GRE
Example in Context
The researcher argued that the immune system's response to the virus was analogous to a military campaign waged on multiple fronts.
Synonyms
similarcomparableparallel
Etymology
Things that are proportionate or similar in some aspect.
- analogos (Greek) — proportionate
Memory Aid
🤔Sounds like “a nag lost”
If a nag gets LOST, you might find that it’s ANALOUS to a forgotten puppy!
Visual Association
🔗Two different animals, like a cat and a dog, sharing a similar playful behavior.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “analogous” mean on the GRE?
analogous (adjective) means “Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of the things compared”. The researcher argued that the immune system's response to the virus was analogous to a military campaign waged on multiple fronts.
How to remember “analogous” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “analogous” sounds like “a nag lost”. If a nag gets LOST, you might find that it’s ANALOUS to a forgotten puppy!
What are synonyms for “analogous”?
Common synonyms: similar, comparable, parallel.