1
as in enjoyed
to wish to have
I'd like another slice of pizza, but I've already eaten more than I should have
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2
as in preferred
to show partiality toward
I like romantic comedies more than action movies
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3
as in loved
to take pleasure in
an adventuresome young woman who likes skydiving
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4
as in pleased
to see fit
feel free to order whatever you like from the menu
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as in wanted
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Recent Examples of liked
John Wisely, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
The team liked using its starter and sole All-Star, Cade Cunningham, alongside another playmaker.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Burt's sister Kylie Jenner also liked the post, sharing her own congratulations.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
Many students liked the hyper-conversational style.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2025
To find bank stocks that pay solid dividends above the S & P 500 and are liked by analysts, CNBC Pro on Friday screened for names in the Invesco KBW Bank ETF that have a dividend yield of 2% or more and are rated a buy from 55% or more of the analysts covering the stocks.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2025
Her first best friend was a girl called Daphne, who died suddenly, for reasons unknown; her new friend Frances Niven also liked reading and writing.
—Frances Wilson
september 23, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 2025
Kennedy, however, never liked being referred to as the swing vote.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Everyone liked him and saw him as a dear friend.
—Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Some said their parents liked the schools or moved for a job.
—John Wisely, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
The team liked using its starter and sole All-Star, Cade Cunningham, alongside another playmaker.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Burt's sister Kylie Jenner also liked the post, sharing her own congratulations.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
Many students liked the hyper-conversational style.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2025
To find bank stocks that pay solid dividends above the S & P 500 and are liked by analysts, CNBC Pro on Friday screened for names in the Invesco KBW Bank ETF that have a dividend yield of 2% or more and are rated a buy from 55% or more of the analysts covering the stocks.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2025
Her first best friend was a girl called Daphne, who died suddenly, for reasons unknown; her new friend Frances Niven also liked reading and writing.
—Frances Wilson
september 23, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 2025
Kennedy, however, never liked being referred to as the swing vote.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Everyone liked him and saw him as a dear friend.
—Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for liked
Verb
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This cultural heritage had been deemed by Israel to be too Arabic, while the state wanted Haifa to be visually and architecturally European.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Oct. 2025
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The annual meetings are a gathering of people who share values, who wanted to learn together.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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At first, Armstrong recalled, the conversations with Briere were brief as his new boss preferred to get down to business right away.—
Kevin Kurz,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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For example, Khan recently asked ChatGPT why chemotherapy is preferred over immunotherapy for a certain type of cancer.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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An engaging, fun-loving character, across several stints playing county cricket with Somerset, Renshaw enjoyed life as a commentator and public address announcer.—
Sam Dalling,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Both of these fruits can be enjoyed as a simple snack or paired with other nutritious foods to create healthy meals.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But Moyes will be pleased by the impact made by his substitutes against Palace, Alcaraz chief among them.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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However, two days later, Long addressed Carey's reaction on The Shade Room, revealing Carey asked her to sing during the tribute and was pleased by her set.—
Ilana Kaplan,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Covetable, must-have pieces from Jonathan Anderson’s Dior, Michael Rider’s Celine, and Chanel under Matthieu Blazy’s direction felt fresh and desirable.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
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And, said Karr, teaching in Indiana’s current political atmosphere makes the job even less desirable.—
Tory Basile,
IndyStar,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The former first lady loved her pearl jewelry, and regularly paired the pieces with Chanel suits, shift dresses and evening gowns.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
6 Oct. 2025
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For anyone who’s loved the brand’s beds, this pillow offers a more compact (but no less luxurious) way to bring Tempur-Pedic’s signature comfort into your nightly routine.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Chiefs are favored in the game after getting two wins in a row against the New York Giants and Baltimore Ravens.—
Chandler Boese,
Kansas City Star,
6 Oct. 2025
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The new deal keeps one of the NHL’s best players with the team favored to win the Stanley Cup this season.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Khalid was born mortal, but was given an immortal life when his father placed his soul into the body of Hunbish, a child that the Goryeo girl once wished to save.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
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The pain was so bad at some points that Ozzy wished for death.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Liked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liked. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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