like

/laɪ̯k/verb
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

To enjoy, be pleased by; favor; be in favor of.

2

To please (same meaning as above but with subject and object reversed).

3

To derive pleasure [with of or by or with ‘from someone or something’].

4

To prefer and maintain (an action) as a regular habit or activity.

5

To find attractive; to prefer the company of; to have mild romantic feelings for.

6

To want, desire. See also would like.

7

To show support for, or approval of, something posted on the Internet by marking it with a vote.

8

To be prone to.

9

Of a computer or other system: to tolerate as an input; to accept.

10

To come near; to avoid with difficulty; to escape narrowly.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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