Pronunciation

/unˈlaɪk/

Definitions

• Adjective: Contrasting in nature or quality; differing from. For example: “The houses were unlike any others in the neighborhood.”
• Preposition: Expressing contrast or difference; in a manner different from. For example: “Unlike her sister, she doesn’t like coffee.”

Phrases

• “Unlike many others” suggests a contrast with a general group.
• “Unlike what you might expect” implies a deviation from a typical assumption.
• “Unlike before” denotes a change from a previous state or situation.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “Her handwriting was unlike anything I had ever seen, with intricate loops and flourishes.”
• Preposition: “Unlike his strict upbringing, he prefers a more relaxed lifestyle.”

Synonyms

• Different from
• Dissimilar to
• Varied from
• Not alike
• Divergent

Antonyms

• Like
• Identical
• Similar
• Conformable
• Uniform