Definition of "Compare" :

noun: qualities that are comparable

"Beyond compare."

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."