Similarly: meaning, definitions and examples

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similarly

[ ˈsɪmɪlərli ]

^{Context #1}

used to show that something is done in a similar way

In a similar way; in the same way

Synonyms

comparably, in the same manner, likewise

Examples of usage

He did not want to be treated similarly to his brother.
She similarly decided to pursue a career in medicine.

^{Context #2}

used to introduce a statement that repeats and emphasizes what has already been said

In a similar manner; in the same way

Synonyms

in a comparable manner, in the same vein, likewise

Examples of usage

He enjoys playing football; similarly, he is a fan of basketball.
She excels in mathematics; similarly, she performs well in science.

Translations

Translations of the word "similarly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 similarmente

🇮🇳 समान रूप से

🇩🇪 ähnlich

🇮🇩 serupa

🇺🇦 подібно

🇵🇱 podobnie

🇯🇵 同様に

🇫🇷 de même

🇪🇸 de manera similar

🇹🇷 benzer şekilde

🇰🇷 유사하게

🇸🇦 بالمثل

🇨🇿 podobně

🇸🇰 podobne

🇨🇳 类似地

🇸🇮 podobno

🇮🇸 svipað

🇰🇿 ұқсас

🇬🇪 მსგავსად

🇦🇿 oxşar olaraq

🇲🇽 de manera similar

Word origin

The word 'similarly' originated from the combination of 'similar' and the adverbial suffix '-ly', which is used to form adverbs from adjectives. The term has been in use since the 15th century, evolving to its current form to indicate similarity or likeness in actions, decisions, or situations.