adjective as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The car's shifting was shiftlike, ensuring a smooth transition between gears.

Definition:The mechanism for changing the speed and torque of a mechanism in a manual transmission.

From gearing

Example:The driving experience was enhanced by the shiftlike transmission that provided a seamless gear change.

Definition:A system for delivering power from the engine to the wheels of a motor vehicle in a controlled and generally smooth manner.

From transmission

Example:The driver noticed the shiftlike operation of the gear, which helped in maintaining a steady speed on the highway.

Definition:A component in a transmission that alters the ratio between the input and output shafts, allowing the vehicle to move smoothly at different speeds.

From gear

Example:The engine's operation was shiftlike, offering a satisfying and precise control over the vehicle's performance.

Definition:The way in which something is operated or functions.

From operation

Example:The driver made a shiftlike maneuver to change lanes without causing an accident.

Definition:A skillful or clever move or maneuver; a move of skill or a complicated maneuver.

From maneuver