resemblance analysis

[/rɪˈzɛmbləns əˈnæləsɪs/]
nounpl: resemblance analyses
análise de semelhança
1. A systematic examination or study of similarities and likenesses between two or more things, people, or concepts
The resemblance analysis between the two paintings revealed striking similarities in their brushwork techniques.
A análise de semelhança entre os dois quadros revelou similaridades marcantes em suas técnicas de pincelada.
2. In forensics or authentication, the process of comparing physical or visual characteristics to identify commonalities
The forensic expert conducted a resemblance analysis of the fingerprints found at the crime scene.
O perito forense conduziu uma análise de semelhança das impressões digitais encontradas na cena do crime.
3. In comparative linguistics or biology, the examination of structural or functional similarities between subjects
Resemblance analysis of the genetic sequences showed evolutionary relationships between the species.
A análise de semelhança das sequências genéticas mostrou relações evolutivas entre as espécies.
This term is widely used in academic, scientific, and forensic contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. In Brazil, it appears frequently in educational materials, scientific publications, and legal documentation. The concept is particularly important in forensic science, linguistics, and visual arts analysis.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
comparative analysissimilarity analysislikeness examinationcomparative studysimilarity assessment
Antonyms / Antônimos
difference analysiscontrast analysisdissimilarity examinationdistinction analysis

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
análise de semelhança
Standard usage in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
análise de semelhança / análise comparativa de similaridades
Common in technical and business settings
Rio de Janeiro
análise de semelhança
Standard usage, sometimes with 'análise de similaridade' as alternative
Portugal
análise de semelhança / análise de similaridade
Both terms are acceptable; 'análise de similaridade' is increasingly common

Related Words

resemblancesimilaritycomparisonanalogylikenessparallelcongruencecorrespondence

Related Idioms & Phrases

bear a resemblance to
draw a resemblance between
close resemblance
striking resemblance
family resemblance
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