English for Today by Ganiu Abisoye Bamgbose (Dr GAB)
LIKENESS or LIKING?
Likeness is the fact or quality of being alike; resemblance:
My likeness for you is unquantifiable. ✖️
There’s a definite family likeness (resemblance) among the Giwa’s. ✔️
Liking is a feeling of regard or fondness:
My likeness for you is unquantifiable. ✖️
My liking for you is unquantifiable. ✔️
In summary, likeness talks about resemblance, while liking talks about affection.
GAB
