ilk ilk noun WS #23

a type or kind of person or thing; a sort or variety; people of the same character or class

1. The museum attracted artists, writers, and others of their creative ilk.
2. He was tired of dealing with customers of that demanding ilk who complained about everything.
3. Politicians of his ilk often promise change but rarely deliver meaningful results.
4. She preferred to avoid people of that ilk who only cared about money and status.
5. The charity event drew philanthropists and others of their generous ilk who supported worthy causes.