resemble
Americanverb (used with object)
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to be like or similar to.
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Archaic. to liken or compare.
verb
Other Word Forms
- preresemble verb
- resembler noun
- resemblingly adverb
- unresembling adjective
Etymology
Origin of resemble
First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English resemblen, from Middle French resembler, Old French, from re- re- + sembler “to seem, be like” (from Latin similāre, derivative of similis “like”; similar )
Example Sentences
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Digital forensics researchers were quick to explain the "extra" finger: a trick of light that made part of his palm resemble an additional digit.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
The contamination comes from stearates, which are not plastics but can closely resemble them during testing.
From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026
It seemed to resemble the peace proposals that US negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner - who are leading the efforts with Iran - have used in peace talks in Gaza and Ukraine.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
In many cases, stablecoin issuers and their partners are paying “rewards” to these customers — which resemble interest payments on bank deposits.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026
I think it’s true that dog owners can resemble their pets, like a guy with shaggy hair and a droopy face might have a dog with shaggy fur and a droopy face.
From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio
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