accommodatingness
|ac-com-mo-dat-ing-ness|
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/əˈkɑː.məˌdeɪ.tɪŋ.nəs/
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/əˈkɒm.əˌdeɪ.tɪŋ.nəs/
(accommodate)
provide space or adapt
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accommodate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'accommodare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'commodare' meant 'make fit.'
Historical Evolution
'accommodare' transformed into the French word 'accommoder,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accommodate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make fit or suitable,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to provide lodging or to adapt.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being helpful and willing to do what someone else wants.
Her accommodatingness made her a favorite among her colleagues.
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Last updated: 2025/04/14 11:36