resemblance
|re/sem/blance|
B2
/rɪˈzɛmbləns/
similarity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'resemblance' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'resemblance', where 're-' meant 'again' and 'sembler' meant 'to appear'.
Historical Evolution
'resemblance' changed from the Old French word 'resemblance' and eventually became the modern English word 'resemblance'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to appear again', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'similarity'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state of being alike or similar, especially in appearance.
There is a strong resemblance between the two sisters.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39