French word

similitude

Pronunciation

IPA/similityd/

Meaning

  • feminine nounsimilarity

Example

On remarque une similitude entre nos idées.

We notice a similarity between our ideas.

Illustration for similitude (similarity)

More examples

Le style du créateur montre une similitude avec d'autres collections.

The creator's style shows a similarity to other collections.

Core concept

A recognizable overlap in two ideas, objects, or situations.

Common phrases

  • constater une similitude

    note a similarity

  • une similitude importante

    an important similarity

Similar words

ressemblance: Having similar points in appearance, nature, or other qualities.

Definition in French

Point commun observable entre deux éléments ; ressemblance entre choses, idées ou situations.

Word origin

French similitude comes from Latin similitudo, formed from similis, meaning 'similar', with the suffix -tudo, through Old French.

Usage tips

  • Similitude is a formal, mainly written word, while ressemblance is more common in everyday French.

Opposites

Related words

  • similairesimilaradjective
  • similaritésimilaritynoun

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