dispassionately
|dis/pas/sion/ate/ly|
/dɪsˈpæʃənətli/
(dispassionate)
unemotional and impartial
Etymology
'dispassionately' originates from the Latin word 'passio,' meaning 'suffering or emotion,' with the prefix 'dis-' indicating 'apart' or 'away from.'
'dispassionately' evolved from the Middle English word 'passioun,' which was influenced by the Latin 'passio,' eventually forming the modern English word 'dispassionate' with the adverbial suffix '-ly.'
Initially, it meant 'without suffering or emotion,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'without strong emotion, rationally.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is not influenced by strong emotion, and so able to be rational and impartial.
The judge listened dispassionately to both sides of the argument.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41