Definitions
- Used to indicate that two things are connected and one thing is a result of the other. - Used to show that something is in agreement with or matches another thing. - Used to describe that something is done in a way that is appropriate to the situation.
- Used to indicate that something is similar to what has just been said. - Used to show agreement with a statement or action. - Used to indicate that something is happening at the same time as something else.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are adverbs.
- 2Both words are used to show a connection between two things.
- 3Both words can be used to indicate agreement with a statement or action.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Correspondingly is used to show a cause-and-effect relationship, while likewise is used to show similarity or agreement.
- 2Meaning: Correspondingly emphasizes that one thing is a result of another, while likewise emphasizes that two things are similar or in agreement.
- 3Formality: Correspondingly is more formal than likewise.
- 4Position: Correspondingly is usually placed at the beginning of a sentence, while likewise can be placed at the beginning or end of a sentence.
- 5Frequency: Likewise is more commonly used than correspondingly in everyday language.
Remember this!
Correspondingly and likewise are both adverbs used to show a connection between two things. However, correspondingly emphasizes a cause-and-effect relationship, while likewise emphasizes similarity or agreement. Additionally, correspondingly is more formal and less common than likewise.
