comparative

/kəmˈpæɹ.ə.tɪv/ · noun

Meaning

(grammar) A construction showing a relative quality, in English usually formed by adding more or appending -er. For example, the comparative of green is greener; of evil, more evil.
(grammar) A word in the comparative form.
(chiefly in the plural) Data used to make a comparison.
An equal; a rival; a compeer.
One who makes comparisons; one who affects wit.
Of or relating to comparison.
Using comparison as a method of study, or founded on something using it.
Approximated by comparison; relative.
Comparable; bearing comparison.

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