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likewise - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'likewise' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Likewise [ n.]
- In like manner; also; moreover; too. See Also.

Meaning of 'likewise' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . likewise [ r]
Meaning (1):
- in addition
Example in sentence:
  • agreed to provide essentials but nothing beyond;
  • computer chess games are getting cheaper all the time; furthermore, their quality is improving;
  • he has a Mercedes, too;
  • the cellar was dark; moreover, mice nested there;
  • what is more, there's no sign of a change
Meaning (2):
- in like or similar manner
Example in sentence:
  • He was similarly affected;
  • some people have little power to do good, and have likewise little strength to resist evil
Meaning (3):
- equally
Example in sentence:
  • parents and teachers alike demanded reforms