Alike

/əˈlaɪk/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having a resemblance or similarity; similar in appearance or character.

The twins looked so alike that even their parents sometimes couldn't tell them apart.

Of the same form or kind.

The two proposals were quite alike in their approach to the problem.

Similar in nature or character.

All children, regardless of their background, should be treated alike.

adverb

In the same manner; similarly.

She sings alike, whether in the shower or on stage.

To the same degree; equally.

They were alike disturbed by the sudden news.

Middle English, from 'on like' meaning 'in the same way.'

look alike:

To have a similar appearance.

no two alike:

Indicating that each item is different from the others.

alike in every way:

Being very similar or identical in all respects.

Twins or people who look very similar.

Those two are total alike!

Used to describe people who think the same way.

Those two are alike in every way; they even dress the same!