ilk
Beginner (A1)
IPA: /N/A/
KK: /N/A/
adjective
Definition
Not a valid English word.
Example
N/A
Conversation
I met someone at the event who was really interesting.
Oh really? What was their ilk?
They were a writer, but not the usual type you see.
That's cool! I love hearing about people of that ilk.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
type
kind
sort
Antonyms
different
unlike
dissimilar
pronoun
Definition
A term used to refer to a type or kind of something, often following a name to indicate that the person or thing belongs to a specific group or category.
Example
He is a scholar of that ilk, known for his contributions to literature.
Conversation
Did you know that Duncan is actually Duncan of that ilk?
No way! I didn't realize he had that title.
Yeah, it's kind of cool to have a name like that.
Root Explanation
Ilk originates from Old Scots 'ilk' or 'ilke', meaning 'same' or 'such'. It refers to a type or kind of something, often used to indicate a specific category or class.
Memory Tip
Think of 'ilk' as referring to 'the same kind' or 'type' of something, helping you remember that it describes a particular category.
Visually Confused Words
wilk
silk
milk
bilk