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masklike

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈmæsklaɪk/

KK: /mæsklaɪk/

adjective
Definition

Having a shape or appearance similar to that of a mask.


Example

The sculpture had a masklike quality that intrigued the viewers.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen that new art exhibit downtown?
Sloth B
Yeah, I went last weekend! Some pieces were really striking.
Sloth A
I loved the one with the masklike features; it was so unique.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It felt like it was telling a story without words.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
facial
visage
mimetic
Antonyms
genuine
authentic
natural
Root Explanation

Masklike → It is formed from "mask" (from Old French *masque*, meaning a covering for the face) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "masklike" describes something that resembles or is similar to a mask.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'mask' that covers the face and the suffix '-like' indicating resemblance — that's why 'masklike' means something that looks like a mask.

Visually Confused Words
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musklike
mastlike
masslike
macklike
casklike
marshlike
skylike
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