compare

(noun) qualities that are comparable. Synonyms: comparison, equivalence, comparability. Examples: "No comparison between the two books." "Beyond compare."

(verb) examine and note the similarities or differences of. Examples: "John compared his haircut to his friend's." "We compared notes after we had both seen the movie."

(verb) be comparable. Example: "This car does not compare with our line of mercedes."

(verb) consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous. Synonyms: liken, equate. Examples: "We can compare the han dynasty to the romans." "You cannot equate success in financial matters with greed."

(verb) to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb.