likewise

like·wise | \ ˈlīk-ˌwīz

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Definition of likewise

1 : in like manner : similarly go and do likewise

2 : in addition a painter who is likewise a sculptor

3 : similarly so with me answered "likewise" to "Pleased to meet you"

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Examples of likewise in a Sentence

an acclaimed painter who is likewise a sculptor the owner of the restaurant is likewise the owner of the deli next door

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Dictionary Entries near likewise

(like) water off a duck's back

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Last Updated

16 Nov 2019

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“Likewise.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/likewise. Accessed 21 November 2019.

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likewise

adverb

English Language Learners Definition of likewise

: in the same way

: in addition

—used in informal speech to say that you share the feelings that someone else has just expressed

See the full definition for likewise in the English Language Learners Dictionary

likewise

like·wise | \ ˈlīk-ˌwīz

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Kids Definition of likewise

1 : in similar manner Your sister is helping and you should do likewise.

2 : also The new rules will affect you likewise.

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