collectiveness
|col-lect-ive-ness|
C1
/kəˈlɛktɪvnəs/
(collective)
gathered together
Etymology
Etymology Information
'collectiveness' originates from the Latin word 'collectivus,' where 'collect-' meant 'gathered together.'
Historical Evolution
'collectivus' transformed into the French word 'collectif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'collective,' from which 'collectiveness' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'gathered together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'shared or group characteristic.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being collective; a shared or group characteristic.
The collectiveness of the team was evident in their synchronized efforts.
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Last updated: 2025/04/20 02:37