comparative
/kəmˈpæɹ.ə.tɪv/
Dictionary
noun
- (grammar) A construction showing a relative quality, in English usually formed by adding more or appending -er. For example, the comparative of green is greener; of evil, more evil.
- (grammar) A word in the comparative form.
- (chiefly in the plural) Data used to make a comparison.
- An equal; a rival; a compeer.
- One who makes comparisons; one who affects wit.
Synonyms:comparative degree
adjective
- Of or relating to comparison.
- Using comparison as a method of study, or founded on something using it.
"comparative anatomy"
- Approximated by comparison; relative.
- Comparable; bearing comparison.
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