Similiar vs. Similar — What's the Difference?
By Tayyaba Rehman — Updated on August 22, 2023
"Similiar" is the incorrect spelling, while "Similar" is correct. Similar means resembling something but not being identical to it.
Which is correct: Similiar or Similar
How to spell Similar?
Similiar
Incorrect Spelling
Similar
Correct Spelling
Difference Between Similiar and Similar
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Key Differences
Think of "simile," a comparison between two things, which starts with "simil-".
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Break the word down: "Simi-lar", ensuring there's only one 'i' in the "Simi" part.
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Remember "Similar" has one 'i' after the 'm', not two.
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Envision a single line (-) to represent the one 'i' after the 'm'.
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The word "Similar" has the same number of letters as "mimic." Both deal with things that look alike.
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Definitions
Similar
Resembling someone or something without being identical.
The two dresses are similar in color.
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Having characteristics in common.
Cats and dogs have similar needs for affection.
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Comparable to another item in certain respects.
The experience was similar to my previous job.
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Corresponding in appearance or nature, but distinct in essence.
Artificial sweeteners taste similar to sugar.
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Similar
Nearly but not exactly the same or alike.
The siblings have similar features.
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Having a resemblance in appearance, character, or quantity, without being identical
Northern India and similar areas
A soft cheese similar to Brie
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A person or thing similar to another
He was one of those whose similar you never meet
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A substance that produces effects resembling the symptoms of particular diseases (the basis of homeopathic treatment)
The principle of treatment by similars
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Having a resemblance in appearance or nature; alike though not identical.
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(Mathematics) Having corresponding angles equal and corresponding line segments proportional. Used of geometric figures
Similar triangles.
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Having traits or characteristics in common; alike, comparable.
My new car is similar to my old one, except it has a bit more space in the back.
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(mathematics) Of geometrical figures including triangles, squares, ellipses, arcs and more complex figures, having the same shape but possibly different size, rotational orientation, and position; in particular, having corresponding angles equal and corresponding line segments proportional; such that one can be had from the other using a sequence of rotations, translations and scalings.
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Of two square matrices; being such that a conjugation sends one matrix to the other.
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That which is similar to, or resembles, something else, as in quality, form, etc.
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(homeopathy) A material that produces an effect that resembles the symptoms of a particular disease.
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Nearly corresponding; resembling in many respects; somewhat like; having a general likeness.
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That which is similar to, or resembles, something else, as in quality, form, etc.
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Marked by correspondence or resemblance;
Similar food at similar prices
Problems similar to mine
They wore similar coats
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Having the same or similar characteristics;
All politicians are alike
They looked utterly alike
Friends are generaly alike in background and taste
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Resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination;
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Capable of replacing or changing places with something else;
Interchangeable parts
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FAQs
Why is it called Similar?
It originates from the Latin word "similis" meaning "like."
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What is the verb form of Similar?
"Similar" doesn't have a direct verb form, but "resemble" is a verb with a similar meaning.
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Which vowel is used before Similar?
The article "a" is used before "similar" (a similar).
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Which article is used with Similar?
Both "a" and "the" can be used, depending on context.
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What is the singular form of Similar?
"Similar" itself is in singular form.
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What is the plural form of Similar?
"Similar" does not have a plural form as it is an adjective.
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Which conjunction is used with Similar?
"Similar" doesn't have a specific conjunction tied to it, but "and" can often be used (similar to this and that).
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Which determiner is used with Similar?
Any appropriate determiner can be used depending on the context.
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Is the word “Similar” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
Neither. "Similar" is an adjective.
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.
