similarly

American  

[sim-uh-ler-lee] / ˈsɪm ə lər li /

adverb

1. in a way that shows a general but not exact resemblance.

   The lab charges anywhere from $50 to $100 per blood test; other procedures are priced similarly.

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Other Word Forms

• nonsimilarly adverb
• quasi-similarly adverb
• unsimilarly adverb

Etymology

Origin of similarly

similar ( def. ) + -ly

Compare meaning

How does similarly compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• similar vs. similarly

Example Sentences

She was similarly coy when asked if being number one for the first time was on her radar.

From Barron's

Will Warden had similarly high expectations not so long ago.

From The Wall Street Journal

He instead pointed to similarly unusual moves in base metals like copper.

From The Wall Street Journal

He similarly invites his followers who disagree to deport themselves to another forum if they don’t like it.

From Salon

It similarly accused the law firm of coaching patients with asbestos diseases to incorrectly identify the company as the source of their exposure.

From Los Angeles Times