Explanation
An explicit relation between two domains based on a highlighted similarity. It produces insight by organising similarity and difference together.
Example
The city lies before us like an open book.
Counterexample
Merely mentioning “Comparison” without the described function is not a sufficient example.
Distinction
Do not equate it with a narrower subtype or a merely adjacent concept; the defining function is decisive.
Effect on thought and perception
It produces insight by organising similarity and difference together.
Resonance
In the atlas, Comparison forms a node joined by 4 previously unresolved reference lines.
Etymology
Technical core term; individual etymological review pending
Provenance
Unresolved relation network → core-concept review → Metzler/HWRh cross-check → ATLAS 238
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Comparison“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-CORE-238-027. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-CORE-238-027The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.