Comparissons

Scott: These pants and my jeans are equally comfortable.

Scott: I used to look scruffier.

Cindy: He should pay more attention to his appearance.

Cindy: I try to get ready quickly in the morning- I can't get ready faster.

ADJECTIVES: These pants are just as comfortable as my jeans. (=) These pants are not as comfortable as my jeans. (less comfortable) I don't look as scruffy as I did. ( I was scruffier before )

NOUNS: She spends as little time as possible on her makeup. ---- She doesn't wear as many bright colors as she could.

ADVERBS: I tried as hard as I could to find the right style for her. ---- I don't like short hair as much as long hair.