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What is the prefix for like?

There isn't a single, universally accepted prefix for "like." It depends on what you want to convey:

Similar/Resembling:

* Simil- (e.g., similar, simile)

* Resembl- (e.g., resemble, resemblance)

* Quasi- (e.g., quasi-legal, quasi-scientific)

* Pseudo- (e.g., pseudo-science, pseudo-intellectual)

Favoring/Enjoying:

* Phil- (e.g., bibliophile, philanderer) - This prefix generally refers to love or fondness.

Having the quality of:

* -like (e.g., childlike, godlike) - This is a suffix, not a prefix, but it's often used to indicate resemblance or quality.

Other:

* -oid (e.g., android, asteroid) - This suffix means "having the shape or appearance of."

The best prefix to use will depend on the specific context and the nuance you want to convey.

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