accessariness
|ac-ces-sar-i-ness|
C2
/ækˈsɛsərɪnəs/
(accessary)
crime assistant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accessary' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'accessorius,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'cessus' meant 'to go.'
Historical Evolution
'accessorius' transformed into the Old French word 'accessoire,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accessary' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'something added or supplementary,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'secondary or subordinate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being an accessory; the condition of being secondary or subordinate.
The accessariness of the additional features was evident in the product design.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/13 02:21