What Does Lifelikeness Mean?

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for the life of (one)

Despite one's best efforts; to any degree whatsoever. Often used in negative constructions. For the life of me, I can't remember where I left my keys!

′līk′) adj. Accurately representing real life: a lifelike statue. See Synonyms at vivid.

What does lifelike portrait mean?

: accurately representing or imitating real life a lifelike portrait.

What describes something lifelike?

Something that is lifelike has the appearance of being alive. ... a lifelike doll. Synonyms: realistic, faithful, authentic, natural More Synonyms of lifelike.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

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James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.