addressive
|ad-dres-sive|
C1
/əˈdrɛsɪv/
direct communication
Etymology
Etymology Information
'addressive' originates from the word 'address,' which comes from Old French 'adresser,' meaning 'to direct or guide.'
Historical Evolution
'adresser' transformed into the Middle English word 'addresse,' eventually becoming the modern English word 'address.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to direct or guide,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to addressing someone directly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or involving addressing someone directly.
The speaker's addressive tone engaged the audience.
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