Likewise
/ˈlaɪk.waɪz/noun
In the same manner; similarly.
Did you know?The word 'likewise' stems from Old English, where it was used in the context of pledging loyalty or allegiance, hinting at deeper social bonds.
Etymological Timeline
Old English
OE
gelīc
“Similar or like”
Middle English
ME
lik
“Like or similar”
14th Century
ME
likewise
“In like manner, used to express agreement or similarity”
Modern English
English
likewise
“Used to indicate that something applies equally to another subject”