assimilating
|as/sim/i/lat/ing|
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/əˈsɪməˌleɪtɪŋ/
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/əˈsɪmɪˌleɪtɪŋ/
(assimilate)
absorb and integrate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'assimilate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'assimilare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'similis' meant 'like or similar.'
Historical Evolution
'assimilare' transformed into the French word 'assimiler,' and eventually became the modern English word 'assimilate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make similar,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to absorb or integrate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'assimilate'.
The students are assimilating new information quickly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45