·adj Likely; probably.
II. Like ·adj In a like or similar manner.
III. Like ·vi To be pleased; to
Choose.
IV. Like ·superl Equal, or nearly equal; as, fields of like extent.
VI. Like ·superl Having probability; affording probability; probable; likely.
VII. Like ·superl Inclined toward; disposed to; as, to feel like taking a walk.
VIII. Like ·adj In a manner like that of; in a manner similar to; as, do not act like him.
IX. Like ·adj To
Suit; to
Please; to be agreeable to.
X. Like ·noun That which is equal or similar to another; the counterpart; an exact resemblance; a copy.
XI. Like ·noun A liking; a preference; inclination;
- usually in ·pl; as, we all have likes and dislikes.
XII. Like ·vi To have an appearance or expression; to
Look; to seem to be (in a specified condition).
XIII. Like ·add. ·noun The stroke which equalizes the number of strokes played by the opposing player or side; as, to play the like.
XIV. Like ·vi To come near; to avoid with difficulty; to escape narrowly; as, he liked to have been too late. ·cf. Had like, under Like, ·adj.
XV. Like ·adj To be pleased with in a moderate degree; to
Approve; to take satisfaction in; to
Enjoy.
XVI. Like ·superl Having the same, or nearly the same, appearance, qualities, or characteristics; resembling; similar to; similar; alike;
- often with in and the particulars of the resemblance; as, they are like each other in features, complexion, and many traits of character.