analogy vs semblance

analogy

noun
  • A relationship of resemblance or equivalence between two situations, people, or objects, especially when used as a basis for explanation or extrapolation. 

  • The proportion or the equality of ratios. 

  • The correspondence of a word or phrase with the genius of a language, as learned from the manner in which its words and phrases are ordinarily formed; similarity of derivative or inflectional processes. 

semblance

noun
  • likeness, similarity; the quality of being similar. 

  • the way something looks; appearance; form 

How often have the words analogy and semblance occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )