likewise
Adverb
- In a similar manner or in the same way.
- in like or similar manner; ; - Samuel Johnson
- "some people have little power to do good, and have likewise little strength to resist evil"
- in addition
- equally
Adv
- In a similar manner.
- also; moreover; too.
- The same to you; used as a response.
Examples
- He played a seven-letter word; LIKEWISE, I sought a bonus play.
- It was very nice meeting you, Samantha. ― Likewise, Mr Thompson.
- Margaret enjoys playing tennis on Saturdays, Jeremy likewise.
- Public transportation is virtually inaccessible in this country; likewise, its hospitals are also not very user-friendly.
- ‘Let me know if you need any help.’ ‘Likewise.’
Origin / 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.
Scrabble Score: 15
likewise: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Wordlikewise: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
likewise: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary
Words With Friends Score: 16
likewise: valid Words With Friends Word