likewise
In a similar manner.
Adverb 3 meanings
In a similar manner.
“Public transportation is virtually inaccessible in this country; likewise, its hospitals are also not very user-friendly.”
also; moreover; too.
“Margaret enjoys playing tennis on Saturdays, Jeremy likewise.”
The same to you; used as a response.
“It was very nice meeting you, Samantha. ― Likewise, Mr Thompson.”
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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LIKEWISE at a glance
LIKEWISE has 8 letters and scores 15 points in Scrabble (L 1 + I 1 + K 5 + E 1 + W 4 + I 1 + S 1 + E 1) and 16 in Words With Friends, before board bonuses. It ranks #6,601 by how often it appears in everyday English. It is valid in ENABLE, NWL2023, Collins/SOWPODS.
Rhymes with likewise
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