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liken

verb

/ˈlaɪ.kən/

Meaning

to compare one thing to another, often in a figurative way

He likened her voice to sweet music.

compare, equate, relate, associate

differentiate, contrast

liken to, often likened, likened metaphorically

to add something to what has already been added

to express disapproval or criticism of someone or something

to take something without permission; to rob

To work extremely hard and continuously, often with difficulty.

To save something from loss, damage, or destruction.

to forbid something by law or authority