Resemble Meaning and Definition
Resemble
Pronunciation
/rɪˈzɛmbl/
Part of Speech
Verb
Definition
To be similar or like in appearance, sound, or character.
Examples
- The paintings resemble each other in style.
- The child resembles her mother in her bright red hair.
Synonyms
- Look like
- Be like
Antonyms
- Dissemble
- Diverge
Etymology
The word “Resemble” has its roots in the Old French word “ressemble”, which is derived from the Latin words “res” (thing) and “similis” (like).
Usage Notes
Resemble can be used as both a verb and a noun, with the latter typically referring to a visual or superficial similarity between two things.
Cultural References
In popular culture, resemble is often used to describe the resemblance between fictional characters, such as a parent and child, or between characters and real people.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
“Resemble someone down to a T” means to be identical to someone in appearance, mannerisms, or behavior.
Related Words or Phrases
Similar, alike, like
Collocations
resemble a, resemble something
Frequency of Use
Resemble is a moderately common word in modern language, with a frequency of use in the top 10% of words in the English language.
Common Misspellings
Resimble, Resimbl, Resembil