Definition of "Compare" :
noun: qualities that are comparable
verb: examine and note the similarities or differences of
"John compared his haircut to his friend's."
verb: consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous
"We can compare the Han dynasty to the Romans."
verb: to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb
verb: be comparable
"This car does not compare with our line of Mercedes."