advectitious
|ad-vec-ti-tious|
C2
/ˌædvɛkˈtɪʃəs/
external influence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advectitious' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'advecticius,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'vehere' meant 'to carry.'
Historical Evolution
'advecticius' transformed into the English word 'advectitious' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'brought from outside,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not inherent or innate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not inherent or innate; coming from outside; extraneous.
The advectitious factors influenced the outcome of the experiment.
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Last updated: 2025/05/14 23:21