Explaining “Comparisons are odious”

What does it mean?

The phrase "Comparisons are odious" means that making comparisons between people, things, or situations is often unfair or pointless, as it can lead to jealousy, resentment, or an inaccurate evaluation.

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Origin

The phrase "Comparisons are odious" is believed to have originated from the 15th century. It was popularized by John Lydgate in "The Debate of the Horse, Goose, and Sheep" and later used by William Shakespeare in "Much Ado About Nothing".