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similarity Antonyms
Opposite of similarity
Because the opposite of similarity shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The state or fact of being similar; a quality of mutual resemblance or likeness without being identical.
Usage Example
"The striking dissimilarity between the two handwriting samples convinced the investigators."
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dissimilarity
difference
unlikeness
Strong
disparity
divergence
contrast
discrepancy
distinction
• noun (Context 2)
A shared feature, trait, or aspect in which things or people resemble each other.
Usage Example
"Despite their different cultural backgrounds, the two authors share many stylistic similarities."
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difference
contrast
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distinction
discrepancy
Similar words to similarity
Words similar to similarity shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
commonality
resemblance
likeness
parallel
sameness
comparability
correspondence
overlap
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Similarity. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/similarity