likewise

adverb

like·​wise ˈlīk-ˌwīz How to pronounce likewise (audio)
Synonyms of likewise
1
: in like manner : similarly
go and do likewise
2
: in addition
a painter who is likewise a sculptor
3
: similarly so with me
answered "likewise" to "Pleased to meet you"

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of likewise was in the 15th century

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likewise

adverb
like·​wise ˈlī-ˌkwīz How to pronounce likewise (audio)
1
: in like manner : similarly
go and do likewise
2
: in addition : also
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