Definition of "similar"

Kid-friendly meaning of similar, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "similar" mean?

similar (adjective) — almost the same as something else, but not exactly.

Part of speechAdjective Syllables3 (sim·i·lar)

Example sentences using "similar"

Grade K–2
These two hats are similar.
Grade 3–5
The two short stories have a similar ending even though the plots are different.
Grade 6–8
Two kids can have remarkably similar backgrounds and turn out to be remarkably different adults, mostly because of the small choices they each made along the way.

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