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adamic

|a-dam-ic|

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/əˈdæmɪk/

pertaining to Adam

Etymology
Etymology Information

'adamic' originates from Hebrew, specifically the word 'Adam,' where 'Adam' meant 'man' or 'human.'

Historical Evolution

'Adam' transformed into the Latin word 'Adam,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adamic' through Old English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'pertaining to Adam,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relating to Adam, the first man according to the Bible.

The adamic language is often considered the original language spoken by Adam.

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Last updated: 2025/05/03 02:06