adoptedly
|a-dopt-ed-ly|
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/əˈdɑptɪdli/
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/əˈdɒptɪdli/
(adopt)
take as one's own
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adoptedly' originates from the verb 'adopt,' which comes from Latin, specifically the word 'adoptare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'optare' meant 'choose.'
Historical Evolution
'adoptare' transformed into the Old French word 'adopter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adopt' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to choose or take as one's own,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is adopted or assumed.
She smiled adoptedly, trying to fit in with the group.
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Last updated: 2025/05/12 02:36
