paronymous Meaning, Definition & Usage

Pa*ron"y*mous adjective

Etymology

Gr. beside, near + a name.

Definitions

1. Having the same derivation; allied radically; conjugate; -- said of certain words, as man, mankind, manhood, etc.
2. Having a similar sound, but different orthography and different meaning; -- said of certain words, as al and awl; hair and hare, etc.