Definition

Having characteristics or qualities similar to a goat.

Example

The animal had a goatlike appearance with its curved horns and beard.

Conversation

Have you ever seen that cartoon with the goatlike character?

Yeah, I remember it! That character was hilarious.

I love how they made it so goatlike in its mannerisms.

Exactly! It really added to the humor of the show.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Goatlike is formed from "goat" (from Old English *gāt*, meaning the animal goat) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word describes something that resembles or has characteristics of a goat.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'goat' to remember that 'goatlike' means resembling a goat.

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