agedly
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/ˈeɪdʒɪdli/
(aged)
characteristic of being old
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agedly' originates from the English word 'aged', which is derived from the Latin word 'aetas', meaning 'age'.
Historical Evolution
'aged' transformed from the Old French word 'agé', and eventually became the modern English word 'aged'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having lived for a long time', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'characteristic of being old'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is characteristic of being old or elderly.
He walked agedly across the room, his steps slow and deliberate.
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