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resemble

[ri-zem-buhl] / rɪˈzɛm bəl /
VERB
look or be like
Synonyms
STRONGEST
feature mirror parallel simulate
STRONG
approximate coincide double duplicate echo favor follow match relate
WEAK
appear like be similar to be the very picture of bear resemblance to bring to mind come close to come near correspond to have earmarks of have signs of pass for remind one of seem like smack of sound like take after
Antonyms
WEAK
contradict contrast deviate differ disagree

Example Sentences

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Digital forensics researchers were quick to explain the "extra" finger: a trick of light that made part of his palm resemble an additional digit.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Symptoms may resemble food poisoning or, in rare cases, a condition known as anisakiasis.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

At their core, the rallies resemble bad group therapy—gatherings that offer validation, solidarity and emotional release.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

It seemed to resemble the peace proposals that US negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner - who are leading the efforts with Iran - have used in peace talks in Gaza and Ukraine.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

They resemble stunted piglets with long legs, thick, stubby tails and narrow black eyes.

From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.