Similar and Selfsame

Similar

Similar adjective - Having qualities in common.
Usage example: the two actresses accidentally wore similar outfits to the same gala

Selfsame and similar are semantically related In some cases you can use "Selfsame" instead an adjective "Similar".

Selfsame

Selfsame adjective - Being one and not another.

Similar and selfsame are semantically related in same topic. You can use "Similar" instead an adjective "Selfsame".
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