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asseveratively

|as-sev-er-a-tive-ly|

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/əˈsɛv(ə)rətɪvli/

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/əˈsev(ə)rətɪvli/

declare strongly

Etymology
Etymology Information

'asseveratively' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'asseveratus' / 'asseverare', where 'ad-' meant 'to/toward' and 'severus' meant 'serious'.

Historical Evolution

'asseveratively' developed from Latin 'asseveratus' (past participle of 'asseverare') into the English verb 'asseverate' and adjective 'asseverative', and the adverb 'asseveratively' was formed from those.

Meaning Changes

Initially it meant 'to affirm or declare solemnly', and over time it has retained that core meaning as 'in a solemn or emphatic manner.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a solemn, emphatic, or earnest manner; with firm assertion

She asseveratively denied any involvement in the decision.

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Last updated: 2025/11/03 01:12