alike alike /əˈlaɪk/

adjective

1. () Having the same or similar characteristics  ( like , alike , similar )
   having the same or similar characteristics
    All politicians are alike
   all politicians are alike
    They looked utterly alike
   they looked utterly alike
    Friends are generally alike in background and taste
   friends are generally alike in background and taste
   

adverb

1. () Equally  ( likewise , alike )
   equally
    Parents and teachers alike demanded reforms
   parents and teachers alike demanded reforms
   
2. In a like manner  ( alike )
   in a like manner
    They walk alike
   they walk alike