alike

1 of 2

adverb

: 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
All events are held independently, so visitors and locals alike can pick and choose the itinerary that works best for them. David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025 Rubio said citizens and noncitizens alike are entitled to due process. Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
Why Open Networks Make Sense Supply chains are deeply complex, and no two systems are alike. Shekar Natarajan, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025 Adaptability Is Key No two performances are alike because no two audiences are alike. Dr. Jen Donnell, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025 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 2 May. 2025.

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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