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unlike

un·like [ un lk ]


preposition 
Definition:
 
1. dissimilar to: having qualities and characteristics dissimilar to or different from somebody or something
It's unlike anything we've ever seen before.

2. in contrast to: used to indicate a contrast between two things, people, or situations
Unlike my opponent's plan, these reforms will neither impose new costs nor require tax increases.

3. atypical of: used to indicate that somebody's words or actions are not characteristic of him or her
It was so unlike her to speak like that.



adjective 
Definition:
 
not alike: dissimilar to each other
The boys are very unlike in appearance.


un·like·ness noun
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