like

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1. like - Noun

2. like - Adjective

3. like - Verb

4. like - Adverb

5. like - Preposition

6. like - Conjunction

7. like - Particle

9. like - Adjective Satellite

10. Like - Proper noun

Meaning

To liken; to compare.

Having the same, or nearly the same, appearance, qualities, or characteristics; resembling; similar to; similar; alike; -- often with in and the particulars of the resemblance; as, they are like each other in features, complexion, and many traits of character.

Equal, or nearly equal; as, fields of like extent.

Having probability; affording probability; probable; likely.

Inclined toward; disposed to; as, to feel like taking a walk.

That which is equal or similar to another; the counterpart; an exact resemblance; a copy.

A liking; a preference; inclination; -- usually in pl.; as, we all have likes and dislikes.

In a manner like that of; in a manner similar to; as, do not act like him.

In a like or similar manner.

Likely; probably.

To suit; to please; to be agreeable to.

To be pleased with in a moderate degree; to approve; to take satisfaction in; to enjoy.

To be pleased; to choose.

To have an appearance or expression; to look; to seem to be (in a specified condition).

To come near; to avoid with difficulty; to escape narrowly; as, he liked to have been too late. Cf. Had like, under Like, a.

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all politicians are alike Source: Internet

they looked utterly alike Source: Internet

friends are generally alike in background and taste Source: Internet

Do you care to try this dish? Source: Internet

Would you like to come along to the movies? Source: Internet

boxes with corresponding dimensions Source: Internet

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