alike
alike Lexical Profile
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• adjective
Closely resembling each other in appearance, nature, or character; similar (used only in the predicate).
"The two sisters are so much alike that even their teachers occasionally confuse them."
• adverb
In the same or a very similar manner, form, or degree.
"Great minds often think alike when confronted with the same scientific puzzle."
To an equal extent for both or all specified groups or individuals; equally.
"The new museum exhibition proved fascinating to children and adults alike."
Word Nuance & Usage
As an adjective, 'alike' is strictly predicate and follows a linking verb (e.g., 'the twins look alike'); it cannot be placed directly before a noun (use 'similar' instead, as in 'similar twins').
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from Middle English 'alike' or 'iliche', blending Old English 'gelic' (meaning 'similar' or 'having the same form') and Old Norse 'alika'.