Meaning & use
similarly
In a way that is alike or comparable to something already mentioned.
See it in a sentence
The first study found strong results, and a similarly designed study confirmed them.
Similarly, the second chapter also focuses on the theme of loss.
A note on using this word
Similarly is a common transition word used to introduce a comparison or a parallel point, especially at the start of a sentence in formal writing.
Words with a similar meaning
likewisecorrespondingly
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Words with an opposite meaning
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