likeness
LYK-nuhs
Likeness (noun) means the quality of resembling someone or something; a similarity. Example: “There's a striking likeness between the two sisters.”
noun
1
The quality of resembling someone or something; a similarity.
"There's a striking likeness between the two sisters."
2
A picture, sculpture, or other representation of a person.
"The artist captured a good likeness of the president."
How to use likeness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither how alike two things look, or a portrait/image of someone.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
a good likeness
bear a likeness to
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Word forms
- Plural
- likenesses
- Third person singular
- likenesses
- Past tense
- likenessed
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Etymology
From Old English līcness, built from like plus the noun suffix -ness.
Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for likeness
oneness
idleness
lateness
rudeness
niceness
cuteness
awareness
whiteness
closeness
politeness
gentleness
uniqueness
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Frequently asked questions
What does “likeness” mean?
The word “likeness” means the quality of resembling someone or something; a similarity. In plain terms, either how alike two things look, or a portrait/image of someone.
How do you pronounce “likeness”?
“Likeness” is pronounced LYK-nuhs (/ˈlaɪknəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “likeness” in a sentence?
Here is “likeness” used in a sentence: “There's a striking likeness between the two sisters.”
What is another word for “likeness”?
Words with a similar meaning to “likeness” include similarity.
What part of speech is “likeness”?
“Likeness” is a noun.
Where does the word “likeness” come from?
The word “likeness” comes from Old English. From Old English līcness, built from like plus the noun suffix -ness.
Is “likeness” a common word?
“Likeness” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “likeness” have?
“Likeness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of resembling someone or something; a similarity.
