Likewise

//ˈlaɪkˌwaɪz// adv

adv ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Adverb
  1. 1
    In a similar manner. not-comparable

    "Public transportation is virtually inaccessible in this country; likewise, its hospitals are also not very user-friendly."

  2. 2
    also; moreover; too. conjunctive, not-comparable

    "Margaret enjoys playing tennis on Saturdays, Jeremy likewise."

  3. 3
    The same to you; used as a response. not-comparable

    "It was very nice meeting you, Samantha. ― Likewise, Mr Thompson."

Adverb
  1. 1
    in addition wordnet
  2. 2
    equally wordnet
  3. 3
    in like or similar manner wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms
similarlyaboveadditionallyagainagreeablyalike

Example

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"Tom is tall and likewise strong."

Etymology

From Middle English lykewise, lykewyse, lyke wyse, lijk wise, a shortened form of Middle English in lik wise (“in like wise”); equivalent to like + -wise. Compare with otherwise.

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