alike

1 of 3

adverb

ə-ˈlīk 

: in the same manner, form, or degree : equally

was denounced by teachers and students alike

alike

2 of 3

adjective

: exhibiting close resemblance without being identical

alike in their beliefs

alikeness noun

alikeness

3 of 3

noun

alike·​ness

ə-ˈlīk-nəs

plural -es

: the quality or state of being alike : mutual resemblance

the alikeness of mother and daughter was startling

Synonyms of alike

Adverb

• also
• so
• as well
• similarly

Adjective

• like
• similar
• comparable
• analogous
• such

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Adverb

Today, designers and homeowners alike are leaning towards matte or satin finishes that feel more natural, understated, and, most importantly, can withstand the wear and tear that comes with everyday life. — Nomita Vaish-Taylor, The Spruce, 13 July 2026

Daily Fiction By Sophie Mackintosh The following is a story by Sophie Mackintosh from the new issue of Kismet, a new literary magazine offering a fresh perspective on spirituality, religion, and mysticism for seekers and skeptics alike. — Literary Hub, 13 July 2026

Adjective

America's most affluent suburbs are more alike than different. — Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 4 July 2026

According to author Caroline Hallemann—whose book The Kennedys and the Windsors came out on June 2—the two women were even more alike than meets the eye. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 9 June 2026

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

Noun

Middle English aliknesse, from alik + -nesse -ness

First Known Use

Adverb

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing alike

• look-alike

Rhymes for alike

• belike
• birdlike
• catlike
• childlike
• christlike
• deathlike
• dislike
• dreamlike
• friedreich
• godlike
• hairlike
• homelike

Kids Definition

alike

1 of 2 adjective

ə-ˈlīk 

: similar sense 1

alikeness noun

alike

2 of 2 adverb

: in the same manner, form, or degree

we think alike