Homonym: like (Preference)
The word "like" is commonly used as a preposition to indicate similarity or comparison between two things. For example, one might say, "She runs like a cheetah," suggesting that her speed is comparable to that of a cheetah. It can also be used as a verb, meaning to enjoy or have a preference for something, such as "I like chocolate."
In informal speech, "like" is often used as a filler word, which can make conversations sound more casual. For instance, someone might say, "I was, like, really surprised," where "like" does not add meaning but serves to emphasize the speaker's feelings.