likewise meaning

likewise as an adverb

1. in like or similar manner
   • He was similarly affected
   • some people have little power to do good, and have likewise little strength to resist evil

   Synonyms: similarly

2. in addition
   • he has a Mercedes, too

   Synonyms: besides, too, also, as well

3. equally
   • parents and teachers alike demanded reforms

   Synonyms: alike

How to pronounce likewise

likewise is pronounced /ˈlaɪkwaɪz/ in British English and /ˈlaɪkwaɪz/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.