Homologous
Homologous adjective - Corresponding or similar in position or structure or function or characteristics; especially derived from an organism of the same species.
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Similar and homologous are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Similar" instead an adjective "Homologous".
Similar
Similar adjective - Having qualities in common.
Homologous and similar are semantically related. You can use "Homologous" instead an adjective "Similar".
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Similar and Homologous. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/homologous/similar
Homologous & Similar. N.p., 2016. Web. 21 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/homologous/similar>.
Similar or Homologous. 2016. Accessed July 21, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/homologous/similar.
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