ampliative
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/ˈæmplɪˌeɪtɪv/
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/ˈæmplɪətɪv/
expanding knowledge
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ampliative' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ampliare,' where 'ampli-' meant 'to enlarge' and '-are' was a verb-forming suffix.
Historical Evolution
'ampliare' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'ampliativus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'ampliative.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to enlarge or expand,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'expanding knowledge or information.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or involving the expansion of knowledge or information beyond what is already known.
The ampliative reasoning led to new insights.
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Last updated: 2025/07/23 20:36