Able to be likened to another; similar in relevant respects and therefore suitable for comparison. Indicates that two or more things share enough characteristics to make meaningful comparisons possible.
From Latin 'comparabilis,' from 'comparare' meaning 'to pair together' or 'to match,' from 'com-' (together) and 'parare' (to prepare). The word emphasizes the ability to set things side by side for evaluation.
Think 'compare' + 'able' - if two things are comparable, you're able to compare them meaningfully. Like comparing apples to oranges (both fruit) versus apples to automobiles (not comparable!).
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