adventively
|ad-ven-tive-ly|
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/ədˈvɛntɪvli/
(adventive)
introduced from outside
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adventively' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adventivus,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'venire' meant 'to come.'
Historical Evolution
'adventivus' transformed into the English word 'adventive,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adventively.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'coming from outside,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is not native or indigenous; introduced from another place.
The plant grew adventively in the new environment.
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Last updated: 2025/05/15 04:21