ANALOGICALLY

Etymology

Adverb

analogically (not comparable)

In an analogical manner; in the manner of an analogy.

Source: Wiktionary


An`a*log"ic*al*ly, adv.

Definition: In an analogical sense; in accordance with analogy; by way of similitude. A prince is analogically styled a pilot, being to the state as a pilot is to the vessel. Berkeley.

ANALOGIC

An`a*log"ic, a. Etym: [See Analogous.]

Definition: Of or belonging to analogy. Geo. Eliot.

ANALOGICAL

An`a*log"ic*al, a.

1. Founded on, or of the nature of, analogy; expressing or implying analogy. When a country which has sent out colonies is termed the mother country, the expression is analogical. J. S. Mill.

2. Having analogy; analogous. Sir M. Hale.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

17 January 2025

OBSERVE

(verb) conform one’s action or practice to; “keep appointments”; “she never keeps her promises”; “We kept to the original conditions of the contract”


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