| ability |
When you have ability for a certain kind of thing, it means that you are good at it. Some words that have a similar meaning to "ability" are "skill" and "talent." [1/2 definitions] |
| accord |
Accord is agreement or harmony. If things are in accord, they go well together. If something is in accord with another thing, it follows it. It doesn't go against it. If people are in accord, they agree about something or they have a similar opinion. |
| affiliate |
a person or group that is connected with another similar, larger group. [1/2 definitions] |
| akin |
similar in kind or spirit; alike. [1/2 definitions] |
| algae |
Algae are living things that live mainly in water and make their food by using light from the sun. Algae are similar to plants, but they are not usually considered to be plants because they are different in some ways. For example, algae don't have roots and leaves like plants do. Most forms of algae are very helpful for animals and people. Seaweed is a kind of algae, which many people eat and can also be used in making other things. Fish and other water animals use algae for food. "Algae" is a plural word. The singular form is "alga." |
| alike |
like one another; similar. [1/2 definitions] |
| antelope |
An antelope is an animal with long horns, a long neck, long legs, and hooves on their feet. Antelopes are known for being able to run fast, and they look somewhat similar to deer. Most antelopes live in Africa, but some live in Asia too. |
| ape |
An ape is a certain type of animal. One kind of ape is the gorilla. Apes are similar to monkeys, but they have no tail, and they are quite large. Apes are also very intelligent. They live in the forests of Africa and Asia. |
| apricot |
An apricot is a soft, round fruit with fuzzy skin. Its color is light orange, sometimes with a bit of pink in it. Apricots look similar to peaches, but they are smaller and taste a little different. Apricots are often made into jam. |
| arctic |
If we talk about arctic temperatures, we mean very cold temperatures similar to how cold it gets in the Arctic region of the earth. [1/3 definitions] |
| article |
a single thing; one item out of a group of similar objects. [1/4 definitions] |
| assimilate |
to help or force (people of a different culture) to adapt and become similar to a larger or more dominant group within a region and to become part of that population. [1/3 definitions] |
| atmosphere |
the gases surrounding the earth or other similar objects in outer space. [1/3 definitions] |
| baboon |
A baboon is a large monkey that has a long nose similar in shape to a dog's. Baboons live on the ground in large groups in Africa and parts of the Middle East. Baboons are strong and intelligent animals. |
| ball1 |
A ball is something we often throw, hit, or kick in sports or games. A ball is usually completely round, but some balls have a shape similar to an egg. [1/2 definitions] |
| Band-Aid |
(lower case) any bandage that is similar. [1/3 definitions] |
| batch |
an amount of something or a number of similar things grouped or considered as a whole. [1/2 definitions] |
| birds of a feather |
a group of people who have similar interests, values, opinions, or backgrounds. (from the expression "Birds of a feather flock together.") |
| biscuit |
A biscuit is something baked that people eat. In the United States, a biscuit is similar to a roll, but it is not made the way bread is made. A biscuit is made with baking powder or baking soda instead of yeast. Because of this way of baking, it is more crispy and often a little more dry than a bread roll. Biscuits are not usually sweet. [1/2 definitions] |
| bison |
a similar animal that lives in Europe. Both kinds of bison are closely related. [1/2 definitions] |
| bite |
of insects or similar small creatures, to break into the skin of (a human or other mammal) in order to feed on blood. [1/10 definitions] |