amphitheatrically
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/ˌæm.fɪˈθiː.ə.trɪ.kəl.i/
(amphitheatrical)
resembling an amphitheater
Etymology
'amphitheatrically' originates from the Greek word 'amphitheatron', where 'amphi-' meant 'on both sides' and 'theatron' meant 'place for viewing'.
'amphitheatron' transformed into the Latin word 'amphitheatrum', and eventually became the modern English word 'amphitheater', with 'amphitheatrically' as its adverbial form.
Initially, it meant 'a place for viewing on both sides', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner resembling an amphitheater'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner resembling an amphitheater, often referring to a setting or arrangement that is circular or oval with rising tiers of seats.
The seats were arranged amphitheatrically around the stage.
Synonyms
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