suchlike
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈsʌtʃlaɪk/
KK: /sʌtʃlaɪk/
adjective
Definition
Referring to things that are similar or of the same type.
Example
He enjoys reading books, articles, and suchlike.
Conversation
Have you seen those new cafes that serve organic food and suchlike?
Yeah, I think they are becoming really popular lately.
I love places like that, they always have a nice vibe and healthy options.
Totally! I prefer them over fast food and suchlike any day.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
similar
alike
comparable
Antonyms
different
dissimilar
unlike
pronoun
Definition
This word refers to people or things that are similar to those already mentioned.
Example
We need to invite John, Sarah, and suchlike to the party.
Conversation
I saw a bunch of old toys and suchlike at the flea market today.
Really? I love finding those kinds of things!
Yeah, they had action figures and suchlike from the 90s.
Root Explanation
Suchlike → The word is formed from "such" (from Old English *swylc*, meaning of the kind or type) and "like" (from Old English *lic*, meaning similar or having the same characteristics). Together, these parts convey the meaning of things that are of the same kind or similar to what has been mentioned.
Memory Tip
Think of 'such' meaning a certain kind and 'like' meaning similar — together, they help you remember that 'suchlike' refers to things that are similar to a certain kind.
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