bearably
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/ˈbɛrəbli/
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/ˈbɛərəbli/
(bearable)
endurable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bearably' originates from the adjective 'bearable', which comes from the verb 'bear', meaning 'to carry or endure'.
Historical Evolution
'bearable' evolved from the Old English word 'beran', which meant 'to carry'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of being carried or endured', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that can be tolerated or endured.
The pain was bearably mild after the medication.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42