Question

a clue that helps the reader to understand a words meaning by using a comparison to connect the word to another word or idea is known as a <select> clue. definition example explanation synonym

Explanation:

A synonym clue uses a comparison by giving a word with a similar meaning to help understand an unknown word. Definitions directly state the meaning, examples give instances, and explanations are broader descriptions. Here, the description matches a synonym clue.

Answer:

synonym