Definitions
- Referring to the similarity or resemblance between two or more things. - Describing the likeness or sameness of two or more objects, people, or concepts. - Talking about the common features or characteristics shared by different things.
- Referring to the physical resemblance or similarity between two or more people or things. - Describing the representation or portrayal of someone or something in a picture, sculpture, or other art form. - Talking about the similarity or correspondence between two or more concepts or ideas.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to the similarity or resemblance between two or more things.
- 2Both can be used to describe physical appearance or characteristics.
- 3Both can be used to compare different concepts or ideas.
- 4Both are nouns that can be used in formal or informal contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Alikeness is broader and can refer to any kind of similarity, while likeness is more specific and usually refers to physical resemblance.
- 2Usage: Alikeness is less common than likeness and may sound outdated or formal in some contexts.
- 3Connotation: Alikeness may connote a more abstract or conceptual similarity, while likeness may connote a more concrete or visual similarity.
- 4Collocations: Alikeness is often used with prepositions like 'to' or 'between', while likeness is often used with verbs like 'create' or 'capture'.
Remember this!
Alikeness and likeness are synonyms that both refer to the similarity or resemblance between two or more things. However, alikeness is a broader term that can refer to any kind of similarity, while likeness is more specific and usually refers to physical resemblance. Alikeness is less common and may sound outdated or formal in some contexts, while likeness is more commonly used and may connote a more concrete or visual similarity.
