GRE analogies are multiple-choice questions that test a person’s ability to understand vocabulary and analogize relationships between pairs of words. They can be a stumbling block for those who struggle with vocabulary or over-analyze possible answers. A good vocabulary is essential to correctly answer these questions. GRE analogies are a type of multiple-choice question that […]
Godwin’s Nazi Analogy Rule, also known as Godwin’s Law, states that as an online discussion gets longer, the likelihood of a Nazi comparison increases. Comparing someone or an action to the Nazis is a serious accusation, but it can be valid in discussions of modern German history, dictatorships, and genocides. However, using a Nazi comparison […]
Analogies are comparisons used to create or reinforce arguments and increase understanding. They have been used in linguistics, rhetoric, math, engineering, and law. Analogies are used in academic testing, legal cases, and literature to help readers understand ideas. However, analogies can be reductive and oversimplify complex relationships. Simply put, analogies are comparisons. In more specific […]
