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similar vs like

like vs similar

similar is not a noun while like is a noun.

similar and like both are adjectives.

similar is not a verb while like is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
similar No Yes No No
like Yes Yes Yes No
As adjectives, similar and like are synonyms defined as:
  • similar and like: resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination
As adjectives, similar and like are synonyms defined as:
  • similar and like: having the same or similar characteristics
Other synonyms of similar include alike.
similar (noun) like (noun)
a kind of person
a similar kind
similar (adjective) like (adjective)
marked by correspondence or resemblance resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination
resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination equal in amount or value
having the same or similar characteristics having the same or similar characteristics
capable of replacing or changing places with something else; permitting mutual substitution without loss of function or suitability conforming in every respect
(of words) expressing closely related meanings
similar (verb) like (verb)
feel about or towards; consider, evaluate, or regard
to hope, to desire or to prefer to have something, or to do something
be fond of
find enjoyable or agreeable
want to have
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