Cool MateMeaning of Comparative
measured or judged by how similar or different it is to something else
In simple words: A form of an adjective that shows the difference between two things.
Comparative in a sentence
- Then he was living in comparative comfort *(= compared with others or with his own life at a previous time)*.
- The company is a comparative newcomer to the software market *(= other companies have been in business much longer)*.
- a comparative study of the educational systems of two countries
- comparative linguistics
How to use Comparative
Used when comparing two items or people. Not typically used for more than two things. Avoid with non-comparable adjectives (e.g., unique).
Grammar pattern
comparative + than + object
Memory hint
Think of 'compare' in 'comparative' — it’s all about comparing two things!
Related words
Collocations with Comparative
- comparative analysis
- comparative study
- comparative advantage
- comparative language
- comparative form
Synonyms for Comparative
Opposites of Comparative
- positive
- superlative
Common mistakes with Comparative
- Using 'more' with one-syllable adjectives instead of the '-er' form (e.g., 'more tall' instead of 'taller').
- Confusing comparative with superlative forms (e.g., using 'best' instead of 'better').
- Not using 'than' after the comparative form.
Comparative appears in
Comparative in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مقارن
شكل من أشكال الصفة يوضح الفرق بين شيئين.
- Bengaliবাংলা
তুলনামূলক
বিশেষণের একটি রূপ যা দুটি জিনিসের মধ্যে পার্থক্য দেখায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Vergleichend
Eine Form eines Adjektivs, die den Unterschied zwischen zwei Dingen zeigt.
- SpanishEspañol
Comparativo
Una forma de un adjetivo que muestra la diferencia entre dos cosas.
- Persianفارسی
مقایسهای
نوعی صفت که تفاوت بین دو چیز را نشان میدهد.
- FrenchFrançais
Comparatif
Une forme d'adjectif qui montre la différence entre deux choses.
- Hindiहिन्दी
तुलनात्मक
विशेषण का एक रूप जो दो चीजों के बीच अंतर दिखाता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Comparativo
Una forma di un aggettivo che mostra la differenza tra due cose.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Comparativo
Uma forma de um adjetivo que mostra a diferença entre duas coisas.
- RussianРусский
Сравнительный
Форма прилагательного, которая показывает разницу между двумя вещами.
- Urduاردو
تقابلی, نسبتی
صفت کی ایک ایسی شکل جو دو چیزوں کے درمیان فرق ظاہر کرتی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
Comparative
形容词的一种形式，表示两者之间的区别。
More words like Comparative
- Relative
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Comparative
What does Comparative mean?
A form of an adjective that shows the difference between two things.
What is the definition of Comparative?
measured or judged by how similar or different it is to something else
How do you use Comparative in a sentence?
Then he was living in comparative comfort *(= compared with others or with his own life at a previous time)*.
Can you give another example of Comparative?
The company is a comparative newcomer to the software market *(= other companies have been in business much longer)*.
What are synonyms for Comparative?
Common alternatives include relative.
What is the opposite of Comparative?
Opposite meanings include positive, superlative.
What words go with Comparative?
It commonly pairs with comparative analysis, comparative study, comparative advantage, comparative language, comparative form.
What are common mistakes when using Comparative?
Using 'more' with one-syllable adjectives instead of the '-er' form (e.g., 'more tall' instead of 'taller'). Confusing comparative with superlative forms (e.g., using 'best' instead of 'better'). Not using 'than' after the comparative form.
How do you pronounce Comparative?
US: /["/kəmˈpærətɪv/"]/, UK: /["/kəmˈpærətɪv/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Comparative?
Used when comparing two items or people. Not typically used for more than two things. Avoid with non-comparable adjectives (e.g., unique).
What CEFR level is Comparative?
"Comparative" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.