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likewise

[lahyk-wahyz]

adverb

  1. moreover; in addition; also; too.

    She is likewise a fine lawyer.

  2. in like manner; in the same way; similarly.

    I'm tempted to do likewise.



likewise

/ ˈɪˌɲɪ /

adverb

  1. in addition; moreover; also

  2. in like manner; similarly

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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of likewise1

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English; earlier in like wise “in a like way;” like 1, wise 2
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Example Sentences

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When To Use

What does likewise mean?

Likewise can mean also, in addition, moreover, similarly, or in the same way.Likewise can also be used to mean something like “me too” or “the same thing you just said.” When used this way, it’s typically used by itself as a one-word response to a statement. For example, if someone says, “It was nice you meet you,” you could simply reply, “Likewise!”Example: I think we work well together, and I hope you feel likewise.

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