Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Similar”
Almost the same but not exactly identical; alike in some ways.
Word Family of Similar
What is the noun of similar? — similarity
What is the adjective of similar? — similar
What is the adverb of similar? — similarly
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- These two paintings are very similar in style. A2
- My brother and I look similar. A2
- Similar patterns emerged in the data. B2
Word Form Patterns for Similar
-ity
Adds **-ity** to form an abstract noun about a quality or state. Example: similar → similarity.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: similar → similarly.
Origin and Word Formation of Similar
From Latin similis meaning like or resembling.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Similar
What are the word forms of “similar”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “similar”?
“similar” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “similar” come from?
From Latin similis meaning like or resembling.