breathtakingly
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/ˈbrɛθˌteɪkɪŋli/
(breathtaking)
awe-inspiring
Etymology
Etymology Information
'breathtakingly' originates from the English word 'breathtaking', which combines 'breath' and 'taking', where 'breath' refers to the act of breathing and 'taking' implies capturing or seizing.
Historical Evolution
'Breathtaking' evolved from the combination of 'breath' and 'taking' in English, and eventually the adverb form 'breathtakingly' was derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'so remarkable as to take one's breath away', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is astonishing or awe-inspiring.
The view from the top of the mountain was breathtakingly beautiful.
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Last updated: 2025/02/03 17:51