akin
/ʌˈkɪn/ adjective C1- Of persons, of the same kin; related by blood.
- Allied by nature; similar; partaking of the same properties; of the same kind.
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“Yes, we have had an adventure during the night, and one which might have proved to be a serious one.” His expression grew very grave as he spoke, and a look of something akin to fear sprang up in his eyes.
He felt an indescribable sensation somewhat akin to dread—that dread of the daylight which even in the desert makes us fear we are watched and observed.
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