Meaning & Definition of word "Unlike"
Unlike
/ˌʌnˈlaɪk/
adjective:
- 1. Not similar; dissimilar.
- Example: They have unlike interests, which sometimes makes it hard to find common ground.
preposition:
- 1. Used to indicate that two or more things are different from each other.
- Example: Unlike his brother, he prefers quiet evenings at home.
- 2. In contrast to; not similar to.
- Example: The weather today is unlike anything we've experienced this year.
- 3. Not similar in appearance or character; different.
- Example: Unlike other cats, this one loves to play in water.
Etymology
●Middle English: from un- ‘not’ + like.
Common Phrases and Expressions
unlike any other:
better or worse than all others in a particular category
unlike yourself:
not behaving in a typical or expected manner
Related Words
like:
similar in nature or character
similar:
having a resemblance in appearance or character
Slang Meanings of unlike
Meaning: not your typical self
● Example Sentence: She's been acting unlike lately; something must be bothering her.
Meaning: totally different
● Example Sentence: This party is unlike anything I've ever been to.