Same

Definition

The word "same" refers to something identical or unchanged in comparison to another thing (adjective). It can also mean "the very one" (pronoun) or be used to emphasize similarity (adverb).

Parts of Speech

• Adjective
• Pronoun
• Adverb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /seɪm/
• Respelling: SAYM

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /seɪm/
• Respelling: SAYM

Etymology

The word "same" originates from the Old English "same," meaning "identical, similar," derived from Proto-Germanic "*samaz" and ultimately from the Proto-Indo-European root "*sem-," meaning "one, together."

Derivatives

• Sameness (noun)
• Samey (adjective, informal)
• Selfsame (adjective)
• Unchangingly (adverb)
• Samewise (adverb, rare)

Synonyms

• Identical
• Equal
• Alike

Antonyms

• Different
• Distinct
• Opposite

Usage

The term "same" is frequently used in conversations and texts to denote similarity or identity. For example: "We have the same schedule this semester," or "They acted in the same way as before."

Related Terms

• Similar: Having a likeness or resemblance.
• Equivalent: Equal in value, measure, or meaning.
• Uniform: Remaining consistent across situations.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Identical or unchanged: Describes something that is exactly like another.
  • Example: "They wore the same dress to the party."
• Not different in nature or essence: Refers to entities sharing the same properties or qualities.
  • Example: "The two cars have the same engine model."

Pronoun

• The very one: Refers to a specific thing already mentioned or implied.
  • Example: "He used the same to complete his task."

Adverb

• In the same manner: Refers to actions or situations performed identically.
  • Example: "They behaved the same as yesterday."