lifelike

[lahyf-lahyk]

adjective

1. resembling or simulating real life.

   a lifelike portrait.

lifelike

/ ˈlaɪfˌlaɪk /

adjective

1. closely resembling or representing life

Other Word Forms

• lifelikeness noun
• unlifelike adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of lifelike¹

First recorded in 1605–15; life + -like

Example Sentences

At 7 inches tall, this hare pitcher, hand painted one strand of fur at a time, is so lifelike it nearly twitches its nose.

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Everyone agreed that Cook had outdone herself with the marzipan flowers, which were both lifelike and delicious.

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All those dead animals, in lifelike poses, with their sightless, staring glass eyes—surely the boys would remember?

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“Didn’t mean to shriek like a banshee! I was startled, is all. It was so lifelike! She’s a talented lass, isn’t she?”

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Many users say the images they create are significantly more lifelike as well, with fewer imperfections such as extra fingers or distorted features.

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