Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
by-the-same-token
idiom
/baɪ ðə seɪm ˈtoʊkən/
Definition
Used to introduce a statement that emphasizes a point previously made.
Examples
- If we see that he excels in academics, by-the-same-token, we should expect him to perform well in athletics.
- She is known for her kindness; by-the-same-token, she is often sought after for advice.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to show that if something is true in one case, then it should be considered true in another similar situation.
Synonyms
- similarly
- in the same way
- likewise
