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classless

|class/less|

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/ˈklæs.ləs/

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/ˈklɑːs.ləs/

without class distinctions

Etymology
Etymology Information

'classless' originates from the English word 'class' combined with the suffix '-less,' where 'class' meant 'a group of people with similar social or economic status' and '-less' meant 'without.'

Historical Evolution

'class' transformed from the Latin word 'classis,' and eventually became the modern English word 'class' through Old French.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'without a class or category,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking social or economic class distinctions.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

lacking social or economic class distinctions.

The society aimed to be classless, where everyone had equal opportunities.

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Adjective 2

not conforming to the standards of a particular class; lacking refinement or sophistication.

His behavior at the formal event was considered classless.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42