similitude Meaning & Definition
/sɪˈmɪlɪtjuːd/
What Does Similitude Mean?
Similitude is used as a noun meaning Similarity or resemblance to something else. It is also used to mean A way in which two people or things share similitude.
Similitude at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /sɪˈmɪlɪtjuːd/ |
| Synonyms | counterpart, twin and likeness |
| Antonyms | dissimilitude and unlikeness |
| Plural | similitudes |
Similitude Definition (Noun)
- Similarity or resemblance to something else.
- A way in which two people or things share similitude.
- Someone or something that closely resembles another; a duplicate or twin.
- A parable or allegory.
- A similarity: a transformation of Euclidean space that preserves angles and the ratios of distances.
Synonyms of Similitude
Similitude synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Similitude
Word Forms & Grammar
similitude (countable and uncountable, plural similitudes)
Origin of Similitude
From Old French similitude, from Latin similitūdō. By surface analysis, similar + -itude.
Frequently Asked Questions About Similitude
What part of speech is similitude?
Similitude is a noun.
What is another word for similitude?
Words with a similar meaning to similitude include counterpart, twin and likeness. See the full list of similitude synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of similitude?
The opposite of similitude can be expressed with words like dissimilitude and unlikeness.
What is the plural of similitude?
The plural of similitude is similitudes.