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  1. 1. superl. Having the same, or nearly the same, appearance, qualities, or characteristics; resembling; similar to; similar; alike; -- often with in and the particulars of the resemblance; as, they are like each other in features, complexion, and many traits of character. Source: opted
  2. 2. superl. Equal, or nearly equal; as, fields of like extent. Source: opted
  3. 3. superl. Having probability; affording probability; probable; likely. Source: opted
  4. 4. superl. Inclined toward; disposed to; as, to feel like taking a walk. Source: opted
  5. 5. n. That which is equal or similar to another; the counterpart; an exact resemblance; a copy. Source: opted
  6. 6. n. A liking; a preference; inclination; -- usually in pl.; as, we all have likes and dislikes. Source: opted
  7. 7. a. In a manner like that of; in a manner similar to; as, do not act like him. Source: opted
  8. 8. a. In a like or similar manner. Source: opted
  9. 9. a. Likely; probably. Source: opted
  10. 10. a. To suit; to please; to be agreeable to. Source: opted
  11. 11. a. To be pleased with in a moderate degree; to approve; to take satisfaction in; to enjoy. Source: opted
  12. 12. a. To liken; to compare. Source: opted
  13. 13. v. i. To be pleased; to choose. Source: opted
  14. 14. v. i. To have an appearance or expression; to look; to seem to be (in a specified condition). Source: opted
  15. 15. v. i. To come near; to avoid with difficulty; to escape narrowly; as, he liked to have been too late. Cf. Had like, under Like, a. Source: opted

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