alike

1 of 2

adverb

Synonyms of alikenext
: in the same manner, form, or degree : equally
was denounced by teachers and students alike

alike

2 of 2

adjective

: exhibiting close resemblance without being identical
alike in their beliefs
alikeness noun

Examples of alike in a Sentence

Adverb regulations that are disapproved of by teachers and students alike Adjective The two cars are much alike. all the houses in the neighborhood are alike in that they all have a one-car garage and a fenced-in backyard
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Adverb
Markets and economies alike move in cycles. Gail Krishnan, CNBC, 23 June 2026 The film was released by Paramount Pictures on September 20, 2024, and celebrated by critics and fans alike. Justin Kroll, Deadline, 22 June 2026
Adjective
According to author Caroline Hallemann—whose book The Kennedys and the Windsors came out on June 2—the two women were even more alike than meets the eye. Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 9 June 2026 Podiatrists and Oprah alike love Vionic shoes for their orthotic-level comfort disguised with designer-level style, and the Kearny sneakers are proof. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for alike

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Middle English ilik, ilich (from Old English gelīc) & alik, alteration of Old English onlīc, from on + līc body — more at like entry 1

First Known Use

Adverb

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of alike was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Alike.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alike. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

alike

1 of 2 adjective
alikeness noun

alike

2 of 2 adverb
: in the same manner, form, or degree
we think alike

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