Definition

Describing something that closely resembles or imitates real life, making it appear very realistic.

Example

The artist created a lifelike portrait that captured every detail of her subject's face.

Conversation

Have you seen that new art exhibit downtown?

Yes, I went last weekend! The sculptures were so lifelike.

I heard they even have a lifelike statue of a famous musician.

It's amazing how they can make art feel so real!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lifelike → It is formed from "life" (from Old English "līf", meaning existence or living) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "lifelike" means resembling or similar to life, often used to describe something that appears very realistic or true to life.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'similar to life' — 'life' refers to existence, and '-like' means resembling. This helps you remember that 'lifelike' describes something that looks very real or alive.

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