Definition

A person or thing that sounds similar to another person or thing, often used in music or entertainment.

Example

The singer is a soundalike for the famous pop star, imitating her voice perfectly.

Conversation

Have you heard that new song by the band?

Yeah, it totally sounds like a soundalike of their last hit!

I know, right? It's like they just reused the same melody.

They should try to be more original next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Soundalike → It is formed from "sound" (from Old English "sund", meaning noise or auditory sensation) and "alike" (from Old English "gelic", meaning similar). The word "soundalike" refers to something that sounds similar to something else.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sound' as the noise we hear and 'alike' meaning similar — together, they help you remember that a soundalike is something that sounds similar to another.

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