Similarly
ˈsɪmɪlərlɪ
Definitions
In the same or a similar way; correspondingly.
ˈsɪmɪlərlɪ
In a similar way; in a like manner.
He acted similarly to his father in the situation.
💡 Simply: It's like saying 'in the same way' or 'alike.' Imagine you and your friend both like pizza; you both feel similarly about it!
👶 For kids: Like when things are alike. If you and your friend both like to play with toys, you play similarly!
More Examples
The results of the two experiments were similarly positive.
If you've read book one, similarly, book two builds on the same concepts.
How It's Used
"Similarly, the new software has many of the same features as the old one."
"The two paintings are of different subjects, but are similarly rendered in oil."
Idioms & expressions
and similarly
used to introduce an example or an additional point which is similar to what has already been mentioned.
"The law prohibits discrimination, and similarly protects people's rights."
From Middle English *similarly*, from *simil* (similar) + *-ly* (adverbial suffix). The word evolved to express a manner or degree of similarity.
Used since the 16th century, 'similarly' has consistently maintained its meaning of resemblance or likeness in how something occurs or is done.
Memory tip
Think of twins - they do things similarly.