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like2

 
pronunciation:
laIk
parts of speech:
verb, noun
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part of speech: verb
inflections: likes, liking, liked
definition 1: When you like something, it is fun for you, or it gives you a good feeling.
Emma likes to play soccer and wants to play every day after school.My brother doesn't like chicken, and he never eats it.
synonyms:
enjoy, love
antonyms:
dislike, hate
similar words:
appreciate, fancy, prefer
definition 2: When you like someone, you have nice feelings about them.
Leah likes her teacher this year because she listens to her and answers all of her questions, even if they're silly ones.
synonyms:
adore, fancy, favor, love
antonyms:
dislike, hate
similar words:
admire, esteem, prize
definition 3: If you like something, you think it's good. You approve of it.
We all like the new color my mom painted the living room.
 
part of speech: noun
definition: (usually plural) Likes are the things you enjoy or want.
Everybody talked about their likes and dislikes on the first day of class.Malcom's likes are music and video games.
synonyms:
love
antonyms:
dislike
similar words:
choice, delight, fancy, pleasure
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