Likewise - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Likewise is an adverb meaning in the same way or similarly. It is used to show agreement or to indicate that something applies equally to another person or situation. Example: She smiled, and he did likewise.
Definition:
In the same way; also; similarly.
Synonyms:
similarly, also, too, in addition, correspondingly
Part of Speech:
adverb
Antonyms:
differently, conversely, oppositely
Common Collocations:
act likewise, feel likewise, respond likewise, think likewise, behave likewise
Derivatives:
likewiseness (rare), likewiser (rare)
Usage Tips:
Use "likewise" to show agreement or similarity in actions or thoughts between people or things.
Common Phrases:
do likewise, feel likewise, think likewise
Etymology:
From Old English "gelīc" (like) + "wīse" (manner), meaning "in like manner."
Examples:
- 1. She smiled at him, and he did likewise.
- 2. I enjoyed the movie; my friend felt likewise.
- 3. He thanked her, and she responded likewise.
- 4. They agreed to help; we offered likewise.