same
adjective
Definitions of same adjective
identity
- A1Before noun
Not a different place, time, situation, person, or thing; identical.
We work at the same company.
They always wear the same clothes.
The two books are by the same author.
adverb
Phrases of same adverb
- the same
exactly alike or identical to another or each other
• The two buildings have the same exterior design.
pronoun
Phrases of same pronoun
- the same as
identical to something or someone; exactly alike.
• The specifications of these two phones are almost the same as each other.
Idioms
- by the same token
used to indicate that a statement is true for the same reasons as a previous statement.
• She didn't like this shirt, and by the same token, she won't like that skirt.
- same old same old
Used to describe a situation or someone's behavior that remains unchanged, especially when it is considered boring or irritating.
• Going to work is the same old same old every day, it's really the same.
- not the same
Not as good as before or as expected; of a lesser standard.
• Since the restaurant changed chefs, the quality of the food is just not the same.
- It's the same old story
Used to express that a negative or undesirable situation is recurring and is no different from previous occurrences.
• Every time I think things will improve, it's the same old story.
- same here
Used to express agreement with what someone has said or to indicate that you have had the same experience.
• "I don't really like this restaurant." "Same here!"
- at the same time
used to indicate something that needs to be considered in addition to what has just been mentioned.
• This job is very challenging, but at the same time, it offers a great opportunity to learn new skills.
- same to you
This phrase is used to reciprocate a greeting or insult, indicating the same wish or sentiment is directed back at the original speaker.
• "Happy New Year!" "Same to you!"
- same again
Indicates a request for another serving of the same drink that one has just consumed.
• This coffee is delicious, same again.
- one and the same
Referring to the same thing or person.
• I was surprised to find out that Mary’s husband and Jane’s son are one and the same person.
- all the same
despite what has just been said; nevertheless.
• I was supposed to finish this report yesterday, but I got it done today all the same.
- not in the same league
Significantly inferior to another person or thing; not comparable in quality or ability.
• The service at this restaurant is not in the same league as the last one we visited.
- same difference
Used to indicate that although what was said may not be entirely accurate, the distinction is insignificant.
• "I thought the meeting was at 2 PM." "Actually, it's at 2:30 PM." "Same difference."
- it's the same old story
Used to express that a negative situation has recurred, causing frustration or annoyance.
• Here we go again; they've submitted their report late again. It's the same old story.
- it all amounts/comes to the same thing
This phrase is used to indicate that different actions or approaches will ultimately lead to the same outcome or result.
• Whether we start this project now or later, it all amounts to the same thing.
- be in the same boat
To be in the same difficult or unpleasant circumstances as other people; facing the same challenges.
• After the company restructuring, we are all facing an uncertain future, we are in the same boat.
- be all the same to someone
to have no preference; to not matter to someone which option is chosen.
• We can go today or tomorrow; it's all the same to me.
- the same old thing
something that is boring because it has remained unchanged.
• Doing the same old thing every day is really making me feel bored.