conceptually
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/kənˈsɛptʃuəli/
(conceptual)
mental concepts
Etymology
Etymology Information
'conceptually' originates from the Latin word 'conceptus,' where 'concept-' meant 'to take in or conceive.'
Historical Evolution
'conceptus' transformed into the French word 'conceptuel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'conceptual' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to take in or conceive,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to ideas or concepts.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a way that relates to ideas or concepts.
The project was conceptually challenging.
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