alike

1 of 2

adverb

ə-ˈlīk How to pronounce alike (audio)
Synonyms of alikenext
: in the same manner, form, or degree : equally
was denounced by teachers and students alike

alike

2 of 2

adjective

: exhibiting close resemblance without being identical
alike in their beliefs
alikeness noun

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Examples of alike in a Sentence

Adverb regulations that are disapproved of by teachers and students alike Adjective The two cars are much alike. all the houses in the neighborhood are alike in that they all have a one-car garage and a fenced-in backyard
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Adverb
This pastel neon peach pedi works for beach strolls and summertime soirees alike. — Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 5 July 2026 Early reactions dropped Monday, and while these are always to be taken with a grain of salt, the superlatives are flying from the keyboards of fanboys and film critics alike. — Tom Tapp, Deadline, 6 July 2026
Adjective
Humans and wildlife alike feast on the fruit, with a taste between a banana and a pineapple and a custard-like texture. — Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2025 One of my pieces was authenticated through eBay, and the leather, stitching, canvas, and quality are alike. — Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for alike

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Middle English ilik, ilich (from Old English gelīc) & alik, alteration of Old English onlīc, from on + līc body — more at like entry 1

First Known Use

Adverb

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of alike was in the 14th century

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“Alike.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alike. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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alike

1 of 2 adjective
ə-ˈlīk How to pronounce alike (audio)
: similar sense 1
alikeness noun

alike

2 of 2 adverb
: in the same manner, form, or degree
we think alike

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