arduously
|ar-du-ous-ly|
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/ˈɑrdʒuəs/
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/ˈɑːdʒuəs/
(arduous)
difficult task
Etymology
Etymology Information
'arduous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'arduus', where 'arduus' meant 'high' or 'steep'.
Historical Evolution
'arduous' changed from Latin 'arduus' into Medieval Latin 'arduosus' (meaning 'difficult' or 'steep') and later entered English as 'arduous' with the sense of 'difficult, requiring effort'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'high' or 'steep', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'difficult; requiring great effort'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that involves or requires great effort; with difficulty
She worked arduously to finish the project on time.
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Last updated: 2025/10/10 06:28