Synonyms of look-alike
: one that looks like another : double
look-alike adjective

Examples of look-alike in a Sentence

at first glance these two mattresses may be look-alikes, but a comparison of their innards tells a different story
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There was what looked to be a Gay Talese look-alike contest happening at the foot of the stage. Tom Smyth, Vulture, 7 June 2026 On May 26, Wendy's held a look-alike contest at Seaport Square in New York City. Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 8 June 2026 With her hair tied back, the teenager looked just like her mom, Beyoncé, showcasing her radiant complexion and look-alike bone structure. Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 25 June 2026 Enter Five Below’s Eva Tote Bag — a look-alike option that’s returned to store shelves (and sold online) for just $15. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for look-alike

Word History

First Known Use

1935, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of look-alike was in 1935

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

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