English · Common Verbs

like

/laɪk/

[/laɪk/]

enjoy; approve online

Beginnerverb

Definition

To find someone or something pleasant, or to approve of a post online.

Example

I really like this song, so I am going to like the video and share it with friends.

I really like this song, so I am going to like the video and share it with friends.

Etymology

From Old English 'lician' (to please); the social-media sense is modern.

How & Where It’s Used

Classic verb for enjoyment plus a new sense of approving online posts.

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