acy
|a-cy|
C1
/ˈeɪsi/
state or quality
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acy' originates from Latin, specifically the suffix '-acia', where it was used to form nouns indicating a state or quality.
Historical Evolution
'acia' transformed into the Old French suffix '-acie', and eventually became the modern English suffix '-acy'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a state or quality', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a suffix used to form nouns indicating a state or quality, often derived from adjectives or verbs.
The word 'accuracy' is formed by adding the suffix '-acy' to 'accurate'.
Last updated: 2025/04/22 04:51