additively
|ad-di-tive-ly|
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/əˈdɪtɪvli/
(additive)
something added
Etymology
Etymology Information
'additively' originates from the Latin word 'additivus', which means 'pertaining to addition'.
Historical Evolution
'additivus' transformed into the French word 'additif', and eventually became the modern English word 'additive', with 'additively' as its adverbial form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to addition', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that involves addition or the process of adding.
The effects of the two drugs were combined additively.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 08:51