Unlike ( preposition , verb )

(As a preposition)

Unlike ( preposition )

Not similar or alike in nature, form, or characteristics.

Origin:

Late middle english: from un- (expressing negation) + like.

Examples:

1. The two brothers are nothing alike.
2. The old and new building look quite unlike.
3. The girls are so unlike each other.
4. The new and old law is unlike each other.
5. This situation is unlike any other.

(As a verb)

Unlike ( verb )

Not similar or alike in nature, form, or characteristics.

Origin:

Late middle english: from un- (expressing negation) + like.

Examples:

1. The two brothers are nothing alike.
2. The old and new building look quite unlike.
3. The girls are so unlike each other.
4. The new and old law is unlike each other.
5. This situation is unlike any other.