Definition

Having qualities or characteristics that are typical of a dog, such as loyalty or playfulness.

Example

The doglike behavior of the puppy made everyone smile.

Conversation

Did you see how that puppy acts?

Yeah, it's so doglike in its behavior!

I love the way it follows everyone around with such loyalty.

Exactly! That kind of doglike devotion is just heartwarming.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

In a manner that resembles or is characteristic of a dog.

Example

She followed him doglike, eager to please.

Conversation

I noticed that my dog interacts with me in such a doglike manner.

That’s interesting! Dogs really have their own way of showing affection.

Yeah, sometimes I try to treat him doglike to see how he responds.

Root Explanation

Doglike → It is formed from "dog" (from Old English *docga*, meaning a powerful breed of dog) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "doglike" means resembling or similar to a dog.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'dog' and remember that 'doglike' means resembling a dog.

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