Alikewise

/əˈlaɪkwaɪz/ adverb

Definition

In a similar manner; likewise; in the same way as something else.

Etymology

From 'alike' (Old English gelic, 'similar') combined with '-wise,' an Old English suffix meaning 'in the manner of' or 'direction of.'

Kelly Says

Words ending in '-wise' (likewise, clockwise, otherwise) are actually incredibly old—they come from Old English's genius for creating adverbs by just smooshing 'wise' (meaning 'way' or 'manner') onto any adjective.

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