Anything like somebody/something

phrase

In a similar way or to a similar extent as another person or thing.

I've never seen anything like it before.
Visual representation of "anything like somebody/something" - In a similar way or to a similar extent as another person or thing.

Often appears as...

  • nothing like
  • nowhere near
phrase

Used to express doubt or disbelief about how alike or similar someone or something is to another.

He doesn't look anything like you.
Visual representation of "anything like somebody/something" - Used to express doubt or disbelief about how alike or similar someone or something is to another.

Often appears as...

  • nothing like
  • not at all like
phrase

Used to emphasize a negative answer or statement.

I don't want anything like that.
Visual representation of "anything like somebody/something" - Used to emphasize a negative answer or statement.

Often appears as...

  • definitely not
  • not at all
phrase

In a similar way or to a similar extent as another person or thing.

I've never seen anything like it before.
Visual representation of "anything like somebody/something" - In a similar way or to a similar extent as another person or thing.

Often appears as...

  • nothing like
  • nowhere near
phrase

Used to express doubt or disbelief about how alike or similar someone or something is to another.

He doesn't look anything like you.
Visual representation of "anything like somebody/something" - Used to express doubt or disbelief about how alike or similar someone or something is to another.

Often appears as...

  • nothing like
  • not at all like
phrase

Used to emphasize a negative answer or statement.

I don't want anything like that.
Visual representation of "anything like somebody/something" - Used to emphasize a negative answer or statement.

Often appears as...

  • definitely not
  • not at all
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "anything like somebody/something"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Comparison Clarity

Use this phrase to clearly compare things that are somewhat, but not exactly, alike.

Illustration for Comparison Clarity
Your painting is anything like Monet's, abstract yet beautiful.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Strength of Similarity

The phrase suggests a degree of similarity but not a total match; it isn't an assertion of being identical.

Illustration for Strength of Similarity
His performance was anything like the rehearsal—only better this time.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Expressing Surprise

Shows shock or amazement about a unique experience or object.

Illustration for Expressing Surprise
Is there anything like this gadget in the market?
LampPro Tip 1/3

Comparison Clarity

Use this phrase to clearly compare things that are somewhat, but not exactly, alike.

Illustration for Comparison Clarity
Your painting is anything like Monet's, abstract yet beautiful.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Strength of Similarity

The phrase suggests a degree of similarity but not a total match; it isn't an assertion of being identical.

Illustration for Strength of Similarity
His performance was anything like the rehearsal—only better this time.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Expressing Surprise

Shows shock or amazement about a unique experience or object.

Illustration for Expressing Surprise
Is there anything like this gadget in the market?
LampPro Tip 1/3

Comparison Clarity

Use this phrase to clearly compare things that are somewhat, but not exactly, alike.

Illustration for Comparison Clarity
Your painting is anything like Monet's, abstract yet beautiful.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Strength of Similarity

The phrase suggests a degree of similarity but not a total match; it isn't an assertion of being identical.

Illustration for Strength of Similarity
His performance was anything like the rehearsal—only better this time.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Expressing Surprise

Shows shock or amazement about a unique experience or object.

Illustration for Expressing Surprise
Is there anything like this gadget in the market?
Visual representation of the word "Anything like somebody/something"

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