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blindly

|blind-ly|

B2

/ˈblaɪndli/

(blind)

lack of sight

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounVerbAdverb
blindblindsblindsblindedblindedblindingblindsblindnessblindingblindly
Etymology
Etymology Information

'blindly' originates from the Old English word 'blind,' which meant 'sightless.'

Historical Evolution

'blind' changed from the Old English word 'blind' and eventually became the modern English word 'blindly.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'without sight,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'without awareness or understanding.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that is lacking in awareness, discernment, or understanding.

He followed the instructions blindly, without questioning them.

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Adverb 2

without seeing or being able to see.

She groped blindly in the dark for the light switch.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40