Morphemes in “likewise”
“likewise” has 2 morphemes: like + -wise.
like
root
+
wise
suffix
Spelling changes when the parts join: the boxes show the letters as written; the morphemes themselves are like + -wise.
Each morpheme explained
| Morpheme | Type | Free / bound | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| like | free root | free | resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination |
| -wise | derivational suffix | bound | in the manner or direction of; with respect to |
How the word is built
like → likewise
Each step adds one affix to the word before it; the root “like” is where the chain starts.
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Segmentation derived from MorphyNet (Batsuren, Bella & Giunchiglia, 2021; CC BY-SA 3.0, built from Wiktionary), with hand-written affix glosses and root meanings from WordNet. Reviewed for classroom use; tell us if you spot an error.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many morphemes are in "likewise"?
"likewise" has two morphemes: like + -wise.
How do you break "likewise" into morphemes?
like + -wise. The root is "like"; -wise is a derivational suffix.
What is the root word of "likewise"?
The root of "likewise" is "like", built up as like → likewise.
Is this morphology tool free?
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