ablatively
|a-bla-tive-ly|
C2
/əˈbleɪtɪvli/
(ablative)
related to the ablative case
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ablatively' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ablativus,' where 'ab-' meant 'away from' and 'latus' meant 'carried.'
Historical Evolution
'ablativus' transformed into the English word 'ablative,' and eventually became the adverb 'ablatively.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'relating to the ablative case,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner relating to the ablative case in grammar.
The word 'from' is used ablatively in this sentence.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/03 04:21
