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likewise
adverb like·wise \ˈlīk-ˌwīz\
: in the same way
: in addition
—used in informal speech to say that you share the feelings that someone else has just expressed
Full Definition of LIKEWISE
1
: in like manner : similarly <go and do likewise>
2
: in addition
3
: similarly so with me <answered “likewise” to “Pleased to meet you”>
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First Known Use of LIKEWISE
15th century
Related to LIKEWISE
- Synonyms
- additionally, again, also, besides, either, further, furthermore, [+]more[-]hide, moreover, then, too, withal, yet
- Antonyms
- differently, dissimilarly, otherwise
Rhymes with LIKEWISE
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LIKEWISE Defined for Kids
likewise
adverb like·wise \ˈlīk-ˌwīz\
Definition of LIKEWISE for Kids
1
: in similar manner <Your sister is helping and you should do likewise.>
2
: also <The new rules will affect you likewise.>
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