Sunday, October 3, 2010
[Tip] like vs. Alike

* Like is usually used as a preposition. It means possessing the characteristics of; resembling closely; similar to.
* Alike is used as an adjective or and adverb. It means having close resemblance; in the same manner or to the same degree.
Examples:
I feel like running away.
She looks like her older sister.
They dress and walk alike.
All politicians are alike.
Quiz: confusing words quiz.
