:
in the same way
. : in addition : also. —used in informal speech to say that you share the feelings that someone else has just expressed.
Does likewise mean agree?
Likewise can also be used to mean something like “me too” or
“the same thing you just said
.” When used this way, it's typically used by itself as a one-word response to a statement. For example, if someone says, “It was nice you meet you,” you could simply reply, “Likewise!”
Is it rude to say likewise?
Is it rude to say likewise?
No, its not informal or rude at all
. Replying with something like ‘you too' is way more informal.
How do you use likewise in a sentence?
- Likewise, just when you thought it was safe to take a little nap. …
- Likewise, make sure that he or she is a doctor or nurse.
- Likewise, his use of colour has an emotive force.
- I am sure he will think likewise and want to stop me getting past him.
What can I say instead of you too?
| same to you likewise | back at you ditto | same agreed | the same to you same here | me too seconded |
|---|
Can I say thank you likewise?
So if you mean polite in terms of etiquette, protocol or good old-fashioned dignity, go with
likewise
. This doesn't literally mean that you were touched by someone or something. This is like taking the thank you and giving it back to the other person. Thank you and likewise to your uncle.
Is it rude to say same to you?
The same comment applies to you
. (This can be a polite or a rude comment.)
What can I say instead of same here?
| me too likewise | ditto same | seconded that applies to me as well | that applies to me as too me as well | same to you agreed |
|---|
Is likewise a professional?
Closed 5 years ago. Last evening in my communication class, we had some discussion. In that discussion I used the word likewise in a sentence. But they said using likewise in a sentence
anywhere is not professional
or it is informal if we use likewise in a sentence.
Can you say likewise after a compliment?
Note from Wendy: If you would like to reciprocate by sharing the same exact compliment with the person complimenting you, you can always go for the classy use of ‘
likewise
‘ in a compliment.
Is likewise a formal word?
2 Answers. You
can certainly use “likewise” anywhere it
fits and there is no reason why you can't also use the word “also” in an academic paper. I personally tend to use “also” only when necessary but sure, you can do it. They aren't exactly synonymous but they can often be used in the same places.
What is the opposite word of likewise?
| contrariwise on the other hand | instead by contrast | in a different manner rather | in reverse vice versa | inversely in lieu |
|---|
What's another way to say right back at you?
| same to you likewise | same agreed | the same to you same here | me too seconded | that applies to me as well me as well |
|---|
How do you say I like you too in different ways?
- ‘I'm crazy about you! …
- ‘Sometimes I feel like my heart will burst with happiness when you say those three words! …
- ‘You are the best thing that ever happened to me. …
- ‘You complete me. …
- ‘If I could say how much I love you in mere words, I might be able to talk more.
How do you say thank you too?
The most common way to thank somebody is gratias agere. Though there are other ways, this is both common and commonplace. If you want to say “you too!” to someone, there are two common ways:
et tu (think Caesar to Brutus) and tu quoque
.
