1
as in to want
to wish to have
I'd like another slice of pizza, but I've already eaten more than I should have
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in to prefer
to show partiality toward
I like romantic comedies more than action movies
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
an adventuresome young woman who likes skydiving
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in to please
to see fit
feel free to order whatever you like from the menu
Synonyms & Similar Words
1
as in kind
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
you can never trust his like, because they'll always let you down
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
as in equivalent
one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value
we'd never seen its like in any other shop in town
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in liking
positive regard for something
she thought her new boyfriend was unusually interested in her likes and dislikes
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in similar
having qualities in common
you're not talking about like things when you compare football and golf
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in pretty
to some degree or extent
the cat would curl up, tightly like, and just go to sleep
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in about
close to but not exactly
the distance is more like 500 miles
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of like
Liza Esquibias, People.com, 16 Aug. 2025
His mother was one of the most cultured people like ever in American social history.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2025
Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2025
And on the list went, including the likes of Trae Young (who is extension eligible), Zach LaVine (who has a player option for 2026-27) and LeBron James.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2025
Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 23 Jan. 2025
Jude’s were like, drink a bottle of whiskey a day and follow people around as an FBI agent.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 3 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for like
Verb
Meanwhile, Chalamet has been teasing his upcoming film Marty Supreme on his Instagram, which Kylie subtly supported by liking a clip of the trailer.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 16 Aug. 2025
His mother was one of the most cultured people like ever in American social history.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2025
Noun
Just like the initial Railroad Revival tour, Mumford & Sons will be joined by guests every night, including the likes of Nathaniel Rateliff, Trombone Shorty, Madison Cunningham, Lucius, Ketch Secor, and Leif Vollebekk, among others.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2025
And on the list went, including the likes of Trae Young (who is extension eligible), Zach LaVine (who has a player option for 2026-27) and LeBron James.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2025
Adverb
There will be a movie theater, upstairs like, sort of, restaurant area.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 23 Jan. 2025
Jude’s were like, drink a bottle of whiskey a day and follow people around as an FBI agent.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 3 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for like
Recent Examples of Synonyms for like
Verb
-
The Endgame: Walled Gardens With Super Agents No retailer or marketplace wants its data powering a rival’s AI agent.—
Jason Goldberg,
Forbes.com,
9 Aug. 2025
-
Before heading back to the beach house, the pair stops to grab a snack – only Belly wants to stop at a peach stand, and Conrad is allergic to the fruit.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
Aside from carrier operations, instead of concentrating on air superiority, the Navy prefers to deal in surface warfare, attacking ships and ground targets.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Aug. 2025
-
The seven-time world champion prefers his car's steering and brake pedals to be suited to his driving style, and with Ferrari developing the 2026 challenger, this is the best time to explore those changes.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
Bring a bottle of bug spray, a blanket or a comfortable beach chair, then sit back and enjoy the show.—
Marina Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
7 Aug. 2025
-
Celia also said her brother was one of 12 siblings and enjoyed playing the tuba.—
Abigail Adams,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
Top with marinara and cheese to please diners of all ages.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
-
Nothing would please me more than getting to see you and catching up in the near future.—
John Malone,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Although the payments would be similar to the 2020 payments issued at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, rebates differ from stimulus checks.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
9 Aug. 2025
-
While the data shows a spike in crime in these areas, citywide data shows that crime is occurring at similar rates to last year.—
Cameron Knight,
The Enquirer,
9 Aug. 2025
Adverb
-
But the Panthers’ defense looked pretty strong against the run.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Aug. 2025
-
Temperatures and humidity will begin to increase on Thursday, reaching the upper 80s which is pretty typical for mid-August in the metro.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
14 Aug. 2025
Adverb
-
The crash happened about 9 a.m. on northbound state Route 163, CHP spokesperson Officer Kimberly Gonzalez said in a news release.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Aug. 2025
-
In 2024, the company laid off about 25 percent of its staff, and Reinhart later disclosed that a penchant for investing in AI was part of the reason for those cuts.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
Judges seem to love Rivera’s showmanship, which could lend to strong scores in New Orleans.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
-
An outspoken activist and irrepressible personality who loved to dance, Jimenez announced her coming-out in dramatic fashion, showing up to her vocational high school graduation in heels and make up, according to her friend Buelvas.—
Ladan Anoushfar,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Like.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/like. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share