More like…
phrase
Used to suggest that a description or representation is more accurate or fitting.
It's not a party, more like a gathering.
Often appears as...
- more like it
- more like this
interjection
An informal way of expressing agreement or commonality with someone else's opinion.
'That movie was boring.' 'More like terrible!'
Often appears as...
- more like it
- more like that
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
phrase
Used to correct someone in a gentle, often teasing, manner.
'He's a genius.' 'More like lucky.'
Often appears as...
- more like it
- more like her
phrase
Used to suggest that a description or representation is more accurate or fitting.
It's not a party, more like a gathering.
Often appears as...
- more like it
- more like this
interjection
An informal way of expressing agreement or commonality with someone else's opinion.
'That movie was boring.' 'More like terrible!'
Often appears as...
- more like it
- more like that
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
phrase
Used to correct someone in a gentle, often teasing, manner.
'He's a genius.' 'More like lucky.'
Often appears as...
- more like it
- more like her
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Precision
Use 'more like...' to clarify a statement when the first description might be a bit off.
It's a small city - more like a large town.
Pro Tip 2/3Subtle Contrast
Introduces a subtle correction that doesn’t strongly contradict but refines what was said.
He's not shy, more like reserved.
Pro Tip 3/3Connotative Nuance
Catch nuances by understanding slight differences in meaning or feeling between words.
Tastes sweet? More like bitter-sweet.
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