UNLIKE Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

unlike

adjective

ˌən-ˈlīk

Definition of unlike

as in different

being not of the same kind you're trying to compare very unlike things—like those proverbial apples and oranges

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Recent Examples of unlike Kara isn’t the only superhero with a tragic origin story – but unlike, say, that guy who dresses up as a bat and fights crime after the deaths of his mom and dad, Kara hits up a dive bar and plays with her dog to cope. — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 25 June 2026 Extreme cold is especially dangerous for donkeys because unlike horses, donkeys don’t have the natural oils in their coats that repel moisture, Vargas said. — Elissa Jorgensen, Dallas Morning News, 26 Jan. 2026 But unlike diamonds, where the molecular structure is extremely compact, Robson’s material contained a huge number of large cavities, suggesting this could lead to the creation of new materials. — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025 At Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia, a zebra named Kurtsie and a giraffe named Bakari have formed an unlike friendship — one that began with curiosity, grew through hardship and blossomed into an inseparable bond. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unlike

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unlike

Adjective

As the match enters a hydration break, Austria — which has already gone for broke with four substitutions this half — will have to try something different to rally.

— Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 3 July 2026
Researchers then move the ion to different locations above the chip by adjusting voltages on the trap electrodes.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026

Definition of different

Adjective

The market sees diverse approaches from infrastructure, authorization, and security vendors, alongside consolidation through acquisitions and open-source initiatives.

— Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
The Adayar Eco Park, a green lung that hugs an estuary, is nearby and worth a visit for its diverse flora and fauna.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026

Definition of diverse

Adjective

Tabby coated cats have a distinctive 'M'-shaped mark on their foreheads.

— Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 5 July 2026
The restaurants are also rated highly for their traditional chile relleno and for the distinctive fish or shrimp tacos with chipotle sauce and mango pico de gallo.

— Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 July 2026

Definition of distinctive

Adjective

Despite these complexities, active carriers maintain powerful air wings with F/A-18 Super Hornets and other advanced aircraft.

— Peter Suciu, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
For reasons that remain unclear, he was subsequently approved to be moved in with other detainees.

— Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026