英语词汇“like”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

like1

/lʌɪk

preposition

1Having the same characteristics or qualities as; similar to: he used to have a car like mine they were like brothers she looked nothing like Audrey Hepburn...

I also noticed he had a corduroy suit in his bag just like mine.
He is like a brother to me and has got me through a lot and has always been there.
The firework went off right above the car, it was like a bomb, and it frightened the life out of Declan.

Synonyms

similar to, the same as, identical to

1.1In the manner of; in the same way or to the same degree as: he was screaming like a banshee...

She seems to be the only one who manages to keep him from screaming like a baby.
If I ever see octopus again I will either collapse in a heap or scream like a maniac.
Paul was trampled on by the home team and screamed like a pig.

Synonyms

in the same way as, in the manner of, in the same manner as, in the same way that, in a similar way to, after the fashion of, along/on the lines of, as, tantamount to

1.2In a way appropriate to: students were angry at being treated like children...

Even France's old colony of Algeria treated him like a returning hero on his recent visit.
We don't want to keep moving around all the time, but we have no choice and we are sick of being treated like animals.
She is married and loves her husband but he treats her like a child because he is much older than she is.

1.3Such as one might expect from; characteristic of: just like you to put a damper on people’s enjoyment...

Where is my son? It's not like him to be late.
It's just like you to blame me for something I obviously didn't do!
It was so like James to use every opportunity possible to boost his own ego.

Synonyms

characteristic of, typical of, in character with

1.4Used in questions to ask about the characteristics or nature of someone or something: what is it like to be a tuna fisherman? what’s she like?...

As I sit looking at their photos, I cannot imagine what it must be like for their family.
Those of you who wonder what it must be like to live with a writer, wonder no more.
I cannot imagine what it must be like to see your best friend die in front of you.

2Used to draw attention to the nature of an action or event: I apologize for coming over unannounced like this why are you talking about me like that?...

Why do we continue to treat teachers like this, when they have the most important job?
It seems you have been through a lot with this person but that does not mean it gives him the right to treat you like this.
The bill is the only thing I expect to ask for in a classy restaurant like this!

3Such as; for example: the cautionary vision of works like Animal Farm and 1984...

How did it help you and your work, working with an established artist like Henry Moore?
On Sunday the church services will focus on the work of agencies like World Vision.
Players, particularly young ones like those at City, need to feel confident to perform.

Synonyms

such as, for example, for instance, in particular, as, namely, viz.

conjunction informal

1In the same way that; as: people who change countries like they change clothes...

I didn't like the idea of it, but the guy was just doing his job, like I was doing mine.
The French bounced back really well, like we expected them to as Six Nations champions.
When he came in from Saints last season he possibly expected people around him to think like he did.

2As though; as if: I felt like I’d been kicked by a camel...

Well, it's not like anything exciting is happening today, is it?
It's like all the bad qualities that some adults have are being copied by many kids.
At times I had to slow down because the car made it feel like you were going slower than you actually were.

noun

1Used with reference to a person or thing of the same kind as another: the quotations could be arranged to put like with like I know him—him and his like...

You probably know the fundamental law of all magnets: opposites attract and likes repel.
The problem with league tables is they never compare like with like.
How many wars does it take before he and his like learn that there are no winners in war, only losers?

1.1 (the like) A thing or things of the same kind (often used to express surprise or for emphasis): did you ever hear the like? a church interior the like of which he had never seen before...

This is not just a movie, it is a cinematic experience the likes of which I have never seen before.
You are playing a new breed of football, the likes of which the country has never seen.
Hong Kong developers haven't seen the likes of this rental market since 1997.

Synonyms

equal, match, equivalent, counterpart, opposite number, fellow, twin, mate, parallel, peer

rare compeer

adjective [attributive]

1(Of a person or thing) having similar qualities or characteristics to another person or thing: I responded in like manner the grouping of children of like ability together...

The ICC statute itself suggests that the new court will not treat like cases in a like manner.
The artist beamed and continued in like manner giving me enough copy for a small report.
There were a number of matters of a like nature which went before the Federal Court.

Synonyms

similar, much the same, more or less the same, not unlike, comparable, corresponding, correspondent, resembling, alike, approximating, analogous, parallel, equivalent, cognate, related, of a kind, akin, kindred;

interchangeable, indistinguishable, identical, same, matching

1.1 [predicative] (Of a portrait or other image) having a faithful resemblance to the original: ‘Who painted the dog’s picture? It’s very like.’...

Who painted the dog's picture? It -- it's very like.

adverb

1 informal Used in speech as a meaningless filler or to signify the speaker’s uncertainty about an expression just used: there was this funny smell—sort of dusty like...

I just - you know, I just kind of like mind my own business.
Ben Kweller and his band certainly did that alright - they like totally rocked, man.
And then she said I was right! I was like so amazed!

2 informal Used to convey a person’s reported attitude or feelings in the form of direct speech (whether or not representing an actual quotation): so she comes into the room and she’s like ‘Where is everybody?’...

She's got her Nativity play coming up, and she's like, ’Mummy, I'm going to sing on the stage like you.’
I'm trying to work, and this guy is looking over my shoulder and after a while I notice and I'm like, ‘What are you doing?’
So I decided to go swimming with Peter, and we did for a little bit. Then he's like, ‘Do you want to see my car?’

3 (like as/to) archaic In the manner of: like as a ship with dreadful storm long tossed

Usage

In the sentence he’s behaving like he owns the place, like is a conjunction meaning ‘as if’, a usage regarded as incorrect in standard English. Although like has been used as a conjunction in this way since the 15th century by many respected writers, it is still frowned upon and considered unacceptable in formal English, where as if should be used instead.

Phrases

and the like

like anything

(as) like as not

like enough (or most like)

like ——, like ——

like so

the likes of

more like

of (a) like mind

what is he (or she etc.) like?

Origin

Middle English: from Old Norse líkr; related to alike.

Rhymes

like2

/lʌɪk

verb [with object]

1Find agreeable, enjoyable, or satisfactory: all his classmates liked him [with present participle]: people who don’t like reading books [with infinitive]: I like to be the centre of attention...

He was one of those kids who was good looking, clever, good at sport and liked by everybody.
I'm liking Craig Ferguson more and more as time goes by.
One thing I particularly like about living here is that it's dead quiet at night.

Synonyms

be fond of, be attached to, have a soft spot for, have a fondness for, have a liking for, have regard for, think well of, look on with favour, hold in esteem, admire, respect, esteem;

be attracted to, fancy, find attractive, be keen on, be taken with

informal take a shine to, be into, rate

enjoy, have a taste for, have a preference for, have a liking for, have a weakness for, be partial to, delight in, find/take pleasure in, be keen on, find agreeable, derive pleasure from, be pleased by, have a penchant for, have a passion for, derive satisfaction from, find enjoyable, take to, appreciate;

love, adore, relish, savour, lap up, revel in

informal get a kick from/out of, have a thing about, be into, get off on, go for, be mad about/for, dig, groove on, get a charge from/out of, get a buzz from/out of, get a bang out of, be hooked on, go a bundle on

1.1(In the context of social media) indicate one’s approval of or support for (someone or something) by means of a particular icon or link: more than 15,000 Facebook users had liked his page by Monday morning...

You have to follow them or like them on Facebook to get an invite, which creates more buzz.
The trouble is that big brands pay people to create Facebook profiles to "like" their brand and share with their "friends".
I have a facebook page with 10,000 + followers and a recent post had 21 people liking it and 5 comments.

2Wish for; want: would you like a cup of coffee? [with infinitive]: I’d like to hire a car [with object and infinitive]: I’d like you to stay...

However, as I work flat out, it's difficult to find as much time as I'd like for this.
He was very special to me and I would like for everybody to know what a wonderful man he was.
I have nothing against Mick and would have liked him to stay on as manager until the end of the season.

2.1 (would like to do something) Used as a polite formula: we would like to apologize for the late running of this service...

Inquiries are ongoing and police would like to hear from anyone who may have seen this man.
We would like to apologise to Mr Murphy for any distress that this failure has caused.
I would like to thank all of the fans for the support and understanding they have shown.

2.2 (not like doing/to do something) Feel reluctant to do something: I don’t like leaving her on her own too long...

Democratic politicians may not like to admit this; yet it is an obvious truth.
They may not like to acknowledge it, but they have reason to be grateful to winemakers in the new world.
While she does not like to discuss it, they do regard themselves as a couple.

2.3Choose to have (something); prefer: how do you like your coffee?...

I knew that she didn't drink coffee and that she liked her tea strong and sweet.
Why do I care if my neighbour likes the guys instead of the girls?
The violent action thriller starred Richard Roundtree as the superfly sleuth who likes his women hot, his villains iced and his coffee black.

2.4 [in questions] Feel about or regard (something): how would you like it if it happened to you?...

Now just think about that, how would you like it if your daughter went out with someone you went to high school with?
How would he like 140 lorries a day passing his house for at least five years?
Neil, how would you like to come see a movie with me tomorrow?

Synonyms

feel about, regard, think about, consider

noun (likes)

1The things one likes or prefers: a wide variety of likes, dislikes, tastes, and income levels...

Explain anything the babysitter needs to know about your child, such as bedtime or feeding routines, ways to comfort and likes and dislikes.
Before getting married, we didn't know each other's likes and dislikes, each other's desires to have or not have children, and each other's desires as to state of residency.
Joanne, a dementia nurse, noticed that the most anxious and volatile of her charges became calm and happy when their individual likes and dislikes were noticed and respected.

1.1(In the context of social media) an indication of approval of or support for someone or something, expressed by means of a particular icon or link: pages that rank well are likely to receive high numbers of likes because they are highly visible in the search engines...

I posted a link to an article about this issue on the company's facebook page, it got a few likes, then they removed it about 10 minutes after I posted it and replaced it with their press release.
Within twelve minutes, it had accumulated sixty 'likes' (users who show approval by clicking on a heart).
Now, there's a "Let James Go to Prom" page on Facebook that has tens of thousands of likes already this morning.

Phrases

if you like

I like that!

like it or not

not like the look (or sound) of

what's not to like?

Origin

Old English līcian 'be pleasing', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch lijken.

单词	like
释义	like1 /lʌɪk / preposition 1Having the same characteristics or qualities as; similar to: he used to have a car like mine they were like brothers she looked nothing like Audrey Hepburn... I also noticed he had a corduroy suit in his bag just like mine. He is like a brother to me and has got me through a lot and has always been there. The firework went off right above the car, it was like a bomb, and it frightened the life out of Declan. Synonyms similar to, the same as, identical to 1.1In the manner of; in the same way or to the same degree as: he was screaming like a banshee... She seems to be the only one who manages to keep him from screaming like a baby. If I ever see octopus again I will either collapse in a heap or scream like a maniac. Paul was trampled on by the home team and screamed like a pig. Synonyms in the same way as, in the manner of, in the same manner as, in the same way that, in a similar way to, after the fashion of, along/on the lines of, as, tantamount to 1.2In a way appropriate to: students were angry at being treated like children... Even France's old colony of Algeria treated him like a returning hero on his recent visit. We don't want to keep moving around all the time, but we have no choice and we are sick of being treated like animals. She is married and loves her husband but he treats her like a child because he is much older than she is. 1.3Such as one might expect from; characteristic of: just like you to put a damper on people’s enjoyment... Where is my son? It's not like him to be late. It's just like you to blame me for something I obviously didn't do! It was so like James to use every opportunity possible to boost his own ego. Synonyms characteristic of, typical of, in character with 1.4Used in questions to ask about the characteristics or nature of someone or something: what is it like to be a tuna fisherman? what’s she like?... As I sit looking at their photos, I cannot imagine what it must be like for their family. Those of you who wonder what it must be like to live with a writer, wonder no more. I cannot imagine what it must be like to see your best friend die in front of you. 2Used to draw attention to the nature of an action or event: I apologize for coming over unannounced like this why are you talking about me like that?... Why do we continue to treat teachers like this, when they have the most important job? It seems you have been through a lot with this person but that does not mean it gives him the right to treat you like this. The bill is the only thing I expect to ask for in a classy restaurant like this! 3Such as; for example: the cautionary vision of works like Animal Farm and 1984... How did it help you and your work, working with an established artist like Henry Moore? On Sunday the church services will focus on the work of agencies like World Vision. Players, particularly young ones like those at City, need to feel confident to perform. Synonyms such as, for example, for instance, in particular, as, namely, viz. conjunction informal 1In the same way that; as: people who change countries like they change clothes... I didn't like the idea of it, but the guy was just doing his job, like I was doing mine. The French bounced back really well, like we expected them to as Six Nations champions. When he came in from Saints last season he possibly expected people around him to think like he did. 2As though; as if: I felt like I’d been kicked by a camel... Well, it's not like anything exciting is happening today, is it? It's like all the bad qualities that some adults have are being copied by many kids. At times I had to slow down because the car made it feel like you were going slower than you actually were. noun 1Used with reference to a person or thing of the same kind as another: the quotations could be arranged to put like with like I know him—him and his like... You probably know the fundamental law of all magnets: opposites attract and likes repel. The problem with league tables is they never compare like with like. How many wars does it take before he and his like learn that there are no winners in war, only losers? 1.1 (the like) A thing or things of the same kind (often used to express surprise or for emphasis): did you ever hear the like? a church interior the like of which* he had never seen before... This is not just a movie, it is a cinematic experience the likes of which I have never seen before. You are playing a new breed of football, the likes of which the country has never seen. Hong Kong developers haven't seen the likes of this rental market since 1997. Synonyms equal, match, equivalent, counterpart, opposite number, fellow, twin, mate, parallel, peer rare* compeer adjective [attributive] 1(Of a person or thing) having similar qualities or characteristics to another person or thing: I responded in like manner the grouping of children of like ability together... The ICC statute itself suggests that the new court will not treat like cases in a like manner. The artist beamed and continued in like manner giving me enough copy for a small report. There were a number of matters of a like nature which went before the Federal Court. Synonyms similar, much the same, more or less the same, not unlike, comparable, corresponding, correspondent, resembling, alike, approximating, analogous, parallel, equivalent, cognate, related, of a kind, akin, kindred; interchangeable, indistinguishable, identical, same, matching 1.1 [predicative] (Of a portrait or other image) having a faithful resemblance to the original: ‘Who painted the dog’s picture? It’s very like.’... Who painted the dog's picture? It -- it's very like. adverb 1 informal Used in speech as a meaningless filler or to signify the speaker’s uncertainty about an expression just used: there was this funny smell—sort of dusty like... I just - you know, I just kind of like mind my own business. Ben Kweller and his band certainly did that alright - they like totally rocked, man. And then she said I was right! I was like so amazed! 2 informal Used to convey a person’s reported attitude or feelings in the form of direct speech (whether or not representing an actual quotation): so she comes into the room and she’s like ‘Where is everybody?’... She's got her Nativity play coming up, and she's like, ’Mummy, I'm going to sing on the stage like you.’ I'm trying to work, and this guy is looking over my shoulder and after a while I notice and I'm like, ‘What are you doing?’ So I decided to go swimming with Peter, and we did for a little bit. Then he's like, ‘Do you want to see my car?’ 3 (like as/to) archaic In the manner of: like as a ship with dreadful storm long tossed Usage In the sentence he’s behaving like* he owns the place, like* is a conjunction meaning ‘as if’, a usage regarded as incorrect in standard English. Although like has been used as a conjunction in this way since the 15th century by many respected writers, it is still frowned upon and considered unacceptable in formal English, where as if should be used instead. Phrases and the like like anything (as) like as not like enough (or most like) like ——, like —— like so the likes of more like of (a) like mind what is he (or she etc.) like? Origin Middle English: from Old Norse líkr; related to alike. Rhymes alike, bike, haik, hike, mic, mike, mislike, pike, psych, psyche, shrike, spike, strike, trike, tyke, Van Dyck, vandyke like2 /lʌɪk / verb [with object] 1Find agreeable, enjoyable, or satisfactory: all his classmates liked him [with present participle]: people who don’t like reading books [with infinitive]: I like to be the centre of attention... He was one of those kids who was good looking, clever, good at sport and liked by everybody. I'm liking Craig Ferguson more and more as time goes by. One thing I particularly like about living here is that it's dead quiet at night. Synonyms be fond of, be attached to, have a soft spot for, have a fondness for, have a liking for, have regard for, think well of, look on with favour, hold in esteem, admire, respect, esteem; be attracted to, fancy, find attractive, be keen on, be taken with informal take a shine to, be into, rate enjoy, have a taste for, have a preference for, have a liking for, have a weakness for, be partial to, delight in, find/take pleasure in, be keen on, find agreeable, derive pleasure from, be pleased by, have a penchant for, have a passion for, derive satisfaction from, find enjoyable, take to, appreciate; love, adore, relish, savour, lap up, revel in informal get a kick from/out of, have a thing about, be into, get off on, go for, be mad about/for, dig, groove on, get a charge from/out of, get a buzz from/out of, get a bang out of, be hooked on, go a bundle on 1.1(In the context of social media) indicate one’s approval of or support for (someone or something) by means of a particular icon or link: more than 15,000 Facebook users had liked his page by Monday morning... You have to follow them or like them on Facebook to get an invite, which creates more buzz. The trouble is that big brands pay people to create Facebook profiles to "like" their brand and share with their "friends". I have a facebook page with 10,000 + followers and a recent post had 21 people liking it and 5 comments. 2Wish for; want: would you like a cup of coffee? [with infinitive]: I’d like to hire a car [with object and infinitive]: I’d like you to stay... However, as I work flat out, it's difficult to find as much time as I'd like for this. He was very special to me and I would like for everybody to know what a wonderful man he was. I have nothing against Mick and would have liked him to stay on as manager until the end of the season. 2.1 (would like to do something) Used as a polite formula: we would like to apologize for the late running of this service... Inquiries are ongoing and police would like to hear from anyone who may have seen this man. We would like to apologise to Mr Murphy for any distress that this failure has caused. I would like to thank all of the fans for the support and understanding they have shown. 2.2 (not like doing/to do something) Feel reluctant to do something: I don’t like leaving her on her own too long... Democratic politicians may not like to admit this; yet it is an obvious truth. They may not like to acknowledge it, but they have reason to be grateful to winemakers in the new world. While she does not like to discuss it, they do regard themselves as a couple. 2.3Choose to have (something); prefer: how do you like your coffee?... I knew that she didn't drink coffee and that she liked her tea strong and sweet. Why do I care if my neighbour likes the guys instead of the girls? The violent action thriller starred Richard Roundtree as the superfly sleuth who likes his women hot, his villains iced and his coffee black. 2.4 [in questions] Feel about or regard (something): how would you like it if it happened to you?... Now just think about that, how would you like it if your daughter went out with someone you went to high school with? How would he like 140 lorries a day passing his house for at least five years? Neil, how would you like to come see a movie with me tomorrow? Synonyms feel about, regard, think about, consider noun (likes) 1The things one likes or prefers: a wide variety of likes, dislikes, tastes, and income levels... Explain anything the babysitter needs to know about your child, such as bedtime or feeding routines, ways to comfort and likes and dislikes. Before getting married, we didn't know each other's likes and dislikes, each other's desires to have or not have children, and each other's desires as to state of residency. Joanne, a dementia nurse, noticed that the most anxious and volatile of her charges became calm and happy when their individual likes and dislikes were noticed and respected. 1.1(In the context of social media) an indication of approval of or support for someone or something, expressed by means of a particular icon or link: pages that rank well are likely to receive high numbers of likes because they are highly visible in the search engines... I posted a link to an article about this issue on the company's facebook page, it got a few likes, then they removed it about 10 minutes after I posted it and replaced it with their press release. Within twelve minutes, it had accumulated sixty 'likes' (users who show approval by clicking on a heart). Now, there's a "Let James Go to Prom" page on Facebook that has tens of thousands of likes already this morning. Phrases if you like I like that! like it or not not like the look (or sound) of what's not to like? Origin Old English līcian 'be pleasing', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch lijken.
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