Gelijkelijke

Gelijkelijke is a Dutch word that translates to "equally" or "alike" in English. It is primarily used as an adverb to indicate that something is done in the same manner or to the same degree. For instance, one might say that two people are treated "gelijkelijk" if they receive the same treatment. The word can also be used to describe a situation where two or more things share similar characteristics or qualities.

The adverb "gelijkelijke" is derived from the adjective "gelijk," meaning "equal" or "alike." Its usage is common in formal contexts and literature, though less frequent in everyday spoken Dutch, where simpler alternatives like "hetzelfde" (the same) or "evenveel" (as much) are often preferred.

In certain idiomatic expressions, "gelijkelijke" might appear, emphasizing a perfect parity or balance. However, its direct translation often captures its core meaning of uniformity and sameness in comparison or action. The word’s function is to convey a sense of indistinguishable similarity or even distribution.