To possess a close similarity, likeness, or correspondence in appearance, character, features, or qualities to another person or thing.
Etymology
Origin: Old French / Latin
- re- — again, intensive prefix (Latin)
- similare — to make like, copy (from similis, like/similar) (Latin)
Entered Middle English in the 14th century via the Old French verb 'resembler', which is built on the root 'sembler' (to seem or look like), ultimately deriving from the Latin 'similare'.
Example
- With his dark curly hair and sharp jawline, the young man grew to closely resemble his father.
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