Pronunciation

/əˈlaɪk/

Definitions

Noun

Alike refers to the quality or state of being similar or having the same characteristics. It can also mean identical or matching.

Adjective

1. Having similarities or common features: The houses were alike in style.
2. Identical or uniform: Their reactions were alike.
3. Similar in nature or appearance: The twins looked alike.

Adverb

Used to describe how things are similar: They were alike in their approach to the problem.

Phrases

• “Be alike” implies conformity or similarity.
• “Very alike” emphasizes strong resemblance.
• “Not alike” indicates dissimilarity.

Example Sentences

• Noun: The siblings had a striking resemblance; they were alike in every way.
• Adjective: The two paintings were alike in color and composition.
• Adverb: Their methods were alike in their simplicity and effectiveness.

Synonyms

• Similar
• Identical
• Uniform
• Congruent
• Comparable
• Matched

Antonyms

• Different
• Unalike
• Varied
• Dissimilar
• Unique