like

/lˈa‍ɪk/

/ˈɫaɪk/

[verb] [preposition] [noun] [adjective] [adverb]

to like

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to feel that someone or something is good, enjoyable, or interesting

1.1

to show support for or interest in a post shared on social media, a blog, etc. by tapping a specific button

antonyms : dislike

to express one's desire or want for something

2.1

to wish for or want something, especially used with would or should as a polite formula

synonyms : care

wish

2.2

to prefer something or to prefer something done in a certain way

2.3

(in negative sentences) used to show that one is unwilling to do something

to be compatible, suitable, or agreeable to someone or something, taking into account the individual's preferences or physical response

[PREPOSITION]

sharing the same qualities or features

used in a question asking for a description of someone or something

used to provide an example

[NOUN]

something by which a person can show their interest in or approval of a post shared on social media, a blog, etc. by tapping a specific button

a kind of person

synonyms : ilk

a similar kind

synonyms : the like

the likes of

a set of things one enjoys or has a tendency for

[ADJECTIVE]

being identical or nearly the same in appearance, characteristics, etc.

synonyms : similar

antonyms : unlike

equal in amount or value

synonyms : same

antonyms : unlike

having the same or similar characteristics

synonyms : alike(p)

similar

antonyms : unalike

conforming in every respect

synonyms : comparable

corresponding

[ADVERB]

used as a filler word or hesitation marker

Examples

1. He liked the complex taste of the wine.

2. He liked her tweet on Twitter.

3. I like coffee better than tea.

4. I like my coffee with some sweet cream.