Similitude

usgb/sɪˈmɪlɪtuːd/
noun

The quality of being similar or resembling something else.

There is a striking similitude between the two paintings.
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Often appears as...

  • striking similitude
  • clear similitude

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Formal

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Subtle Differences

Understand fine distinctions by comparing similar things critically.

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While both essays discuss the environment, the similitude in their viewpoints ends with their conclusions.
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Not Identical

Similitude implies things are alike but not exactly the same.

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The twins showed similitude in appearance but had distinct personalities.
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Detecting Nuance

Use similitude to express nuanced similarities in complex subjects.

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There's a similitude in the melodies of different classical composers.
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