comparative
Pronunciation:
/kəmˈpæɹ.ə.tɪv//kəmˈpɛɹ.ə.tɪv/noun
Definitions
(grammar) A construction showing a relative quality, in English usually formed by adding more or appending -er. For example, the comparative of green is greener; of evil, more evil.
(grammar) A word in the comparative form.
(chiefly in the plural) Data used to make a comparison.
An equal; a rival; a compeer.
adjective
Definitions
Of or relating to comparison.
Using comparison as a method of study, or founded on something using it.
Example: comparative anatomy
Approximated by comparison; relative.
Comparable; bearing comparison.