absorptively
|ab-sorp-tive-ly|
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/əbˈsɔrptɪvli/
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/əbˈzɔːptɪvli/
(absorptive)
involving absorption
Etymology
Etymology Information
'absorptively' originates from the Latin word 'absorptivus', where 'abs-' meant 'away' and 'sorbere' meant 'to suck'.
Historical Evolution
'absorptivus' transformed into the French word 'absortif', and eventually became the modern English word 'absorptive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to suck away', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'involving absorption'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that involves absorption.
The material acts absorptively, soaking up the liquid quickly.
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Last updated: 2025/04/08 06:51