Pronunciation

/sɪməˈlərli/

Definitions

• Adverb: In a similar manner; in the same way or to the same degree. It is often used to compare or contrast two things.

Phrases

• “Similarly to how…”
• “He behaved similarly to his brother.”
• “Their experiences were similarly disappointing.”

Example Sentences

• “She studied both subjects diligently, similarly showing dedication to each.”
• “The two projects had similarly complex structures.”
• “Their reactions to the news were similarly muted.”

Synonyms

• Likewise
• In the same way
• Identically
• Equally
• Comparable

Antonyms

• Dissimilarly
• Differently
• Unsimilarly

Usage Notes

• “Similarly” is often used to introduce a parallel comparison or to emphasize that two things have the same quality or characteristic. It can also be used to describe a situation where a pattern or sequence continues in the same manner.