alike

1 of 2

adverb

ə-ˈlīk 

: 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

Synonyms of alike

Adverb

• also
• so
• as well
• similarly

Adjective

• like
• similar
• comparable
• analogous
• such

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Adverb

While no two cabins are alike, they’re all bound in aesthetic by a Scandinavian minimalism and earthy tones. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026

When the ale has boiled, pour over the eggs very slowly at first to prevent curdling, then pour backwards and forwards until the mixture appears all alike and smooth. —Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026

Adjective

One of my pieces was authenticated through eBay, and the leather, stitching, canvas, and quality are alike. —Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Aug. 2025

Here are two reasons why partners do not necessarily need to be alike to be happy, according to the 2025 study. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025

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

Phrases Containing alike

• look-alike

Rhymes for alike

• belike
• birdlike
• catlike
• childlike
• christlike
• deathlike
• dislike
• dreamlike
• friedreich
• godlike
• hairlike
• homelike

Kids Definition

alike

1 of 2 adjective

ə-ˈlīk 

: similar sense 1

alikeness noun

alike

2 of 2 adverb

: in the same manner, form, or degree

we think alike