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Similarity
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the state of having characteristics, appearances, qualities, etc. that are very alike but not the same
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a Gestalt principle of organization holding that (other things being equal) parts of a stimulus field that are similar to each other tend to be perceived as belonging together as a unit
Example
The Turkish language has some similarities to Arabic and Persian.
Phonological similarities between languages can facilitate language learning for bilingual speakers.
The presentation explored the similarities and differences between the two theories.
The study of comparative anatomy explores anatomical similarities and differences across species.
Researchers found a similarity in the genetic makeup of the two species, suggesting a common ancestor.
