alertedly
|a-lert-ed-ly|
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/əˈlɜːrtɪdli/
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/əˈlɜːtɪdli/
(alert)
vigilant readiness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alert' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'all'erta,' where 'all' meant 'to the' and 'erta' meant 'watchtower.'
Historical Evolution
'all'erta' transformed into the French word 'alerte,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alert' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'on the watchtower,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'quick to notice and respond to danger.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is quick to notice and respond to changes or potential dangers.
She alertly noticed the change in his tone.
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Last updated: 2025/06/18 06:36