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Analogical

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Relating to or based on analogy

Definition: Pertaining to or characterized by analogy, which is a comparison between two things that are similar in some ways but different in others.

Example Sentence: The professor explained the concept using analogical reasoning, drawing comparisons between the human brain and a computer.

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Sense 2: Resembling or suggesting something in its qualities or relationship

Definition: Having similar qualities or characteristics as something else, often used to make comparisons or references.

Example Sentence: The colors in the painting were analogical to the vibrant hues of a summer sunset.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A result or conclusion reached by analogy

Definition: The outcome or deduction obtained through the process of reasoning by analogy.

Example Sentence: The teams of scientists collaborated to draw analogicals between various species, uncovering new evolutionary patterns.

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Sense 2: A word or phrase that exhibits phonetic similarity or resemblance to another word

Definition: A term that sounds or looks similar to another term, often leading to confusion or intentional wordplay.

Example Sentence: The comedian used an analogical to the word "moose" to create a witty punchline in his stand-up routine.

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