By comparison

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adverb

When you say something is 'by comparison', you are saying it is viewed in relation to something else.

His previous work seems dull by comparison.
Visual representation of "by comparison" - When you say something is 'by comparison', you are saying it is viewed in relation to something else.

Often appears as...

  • seems dull by comparison
  • better by comparison
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Context Matters

Understand the context to use 'by comparison' correctly, it highlights differences between items or situations.

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She's quite short, but by comparison, her sister is even shorter.
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Imply Change

'By comparison' can imply a change in perspective after an assessment or new information.

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I thought it was a good deal, but by comparison to other offers, it's not.
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Not Always Negative

The comparison doesn't always suggest something is worse; it can also show better qualities.

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His recent speech was uplifting, by comparison to his earlier ones.
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