CEFR B1

likeness

noun

Meaning

The quality of being similar or comparable to something or someone else.

Examples

The twins had such a strong likeness that it was difficult to tell them apart.
Her painting captured the likeness of the old oak tree perfectly.

Synonyms: similarity, resemblance, sameness, affinity

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likeness (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈlaɪk.nəs/

Definition

The quality of being similar or comparable to something or someone else.

Examples

The twins had such a strong likeness that it was difficult to tell them apart.
Her painting captured the likeness of the old oak tree perfectly.
There is a striking likeness between the two political speeches, despite being delivered years apart.

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