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Dovelike vs Doelike - What's the difference?

dovelike | doelike |

As adjectives the difference between dovelike and doelike

is that dovelike is similar to a dove while doelike is resembling a doe or some aspect of one; submissively tender.

As an adverb dovelike

is in a manner similar to a dove; as, to "dovelike, sit brooding on the vast abyss" (milton).

dovelike

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Similar to a dove.
  • Similar to that of a dove; as, a dovelike wing, a dovelike glance, dovelike eyes.
  • (figuratively) Peaceful; innocent; pacifist.

    • See also

    * columbine

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • In a manner similar to a dove; as, to "dovelike, sit brooding on the vast abyss" (Milton)
  • (archaic) As much so as those of a dove; as, "Phoebe's eyes Dovelike mild" (Montanus)

    • doelike

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Resembling a doe or some aspect of one; submissively tender.