abortiveness
|a-bor-tive-ness|
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/əˈbɔrtɪvnəs/
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/əˈbɔːtɪvnəs/
(abortive)
unsuccessful attempt
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abortiveness' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abortivus,' where 'ab-' meant 'away' and 'oriri' meant 'to arise.'
Historical Evolution
'abortivus' transformed into the French word 'abortif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abortive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to arise away or prematurely,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'failure to achieve a desired result.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being abortive; failure to achieve a desired result.
The abortiveness of the project was evident after the initial phase.
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Last updated: 2025/04/05 02:36