comparative

B2 · Upper Intermediate

adj. measured by comparing something to others, rather than by a fixed standard.

adj. estimated by comparison; relative rather than absolute in nature.

Español:comparativo

“After years of war, the country is finally enjoying a period of comparative peace.”

“The startup's comparative success in a crowded market can be attributed to its aggressive pricing strategy and lean operational model.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Grammar Technical

n. the form of an adjective or adverb used to compare two things, like 'faster' or 'more expensive'.

n. the intermediate degree of comparison for an adjective or adverb, typically formed in English via the suffix '-er' or the periphrastic 'more'.

“The comparative of 'good' is 'better', and the comparative of 'bad' is 'worse'.”

“Students often struggle with irregular comparatives, mistakenly applying standard suffix rules to words like 'far' or 'little'.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Academic · Formal

n. information or figures used to compare one period or thing with another.

n. data points or statistics, often used in plural, that facilitate a direct comparison between different sets of results.

“The report includes the comparatives from last year to show our growth.”

“Without reliable historical comparatives, it is difficult for the board to determine whether the current quarterly earnings represent a true upward trend.”