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Same

UK /["/seɪm/"]/US /["/seɪm/"]/

Definition

exactly the one or ones referred to or mentioned; not different

In simple words: identical or not different

Examples

  • We both wore the same dress to the party.
  • They live in the same neighborhood as us.
  • I have the same book as you do.
  • It's interesting how the same joke can make everyone laugh.
  • Even though they are twins, they have the same interests but different hobbies.
  • We always choose the same restaurant for dinner.

Usage notes

Use 'same' to describe two or more things that are identical. It’s appropriate in both spoken and written English but can be overly repetitive in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'same' as 'same-sies'—both things are just alike!

Collocations

  • be
  • feel
  • look
  • exactly
  • just
  • precisely
  • as
  • one and the same
  • be
  • feel
  • look
  • exactly
  • just
  • precisely
  • as
  • one and the same

Synonyms

  • identical
  • equal
  • alike
  • similar
  • uniform

Antonyms

  • different
  • distinct
  • dissimilar

Common mistakes

  • Using 'same' instead of 'similar' when things aren't identical.
  • Saying 'the same' without a noun, like 'the same as' instead of 'the same thing as'.
  • 'Same' used incorrectly with plural nouns, e.g., 'the same apples'.