Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [lahy-uh n]
- /ˈlaɪ ən/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [lahy-uh n]
- /ˈlaɪ ən/
Definitions of lionlike word
- noun lionlike a large, usually tawny-yellow cat, Panthera leo, native to Africa and southern Asia, having a tufted tail and, in the male, a large mane. 1
- noun lionlike any of various related large wildcats, as the cougar. 1
- noun lionlike a man of great strength, courage, etc. 1
- noun lionlike a person of great importance, influence, charm, etc., who is much admired as a celebrity: a literary lion. 1
- noun lionlike the lion as the national emblem of Great Britain. 1
- noun lionlike (initial capital letter) Astronomy, Astrology. the constellation or sign of Leo. 1
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Origin of lionlike
First appearance:
before 900 One of the 4% oldest English words
before 900; Middle English < Old French, variant of leon < Latin leōn- (stem of leō) < Greek léōn; replacing Middle English, Old English lēo < Latin, as above
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Parts of speech for Lionlike
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
lionlike popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
lionlike usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for lionlike
adj lionlike
- renowned — celebrated; famous.
- preeminent — eminent above or before others; superior; surpassing: He is preeminent in his profession.
- outstanding — prominent; conspicuous; striking: an outstanding example of courage.
- famed — very well known and, often, highly regarded; famous.
- illustrious — highly distinguished; renowned; famous: an illustrious leader.
adjective lionlike
- esteemed — Respect and admire.
- celebrious — (obsolete) famous.
- elevated — Situated or placed higher than the surrounding area.
- exalted — (of a person or their rank or status) placed at a high or powerful level; held in high regard.
Antonyms for lionlike
adj lionlike
- unimportant — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
- unknown — not known; not within the range of one's knowledge, experience, or understanding; strange; unfamiliar.
- unremarkable — notably or conspicuously unusual; extraordinary: a remarkable change.
- inconspicuous — not conspicuous, noticeable, or prominent.
- insignificant — unimportant, trifling, or petty: Omit the insignificant details.
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