disruptively
|dis/rup/tive/ly|
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/dɪsˈrʌptɪvli/
(disruptive)
causing disruption
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disruptive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'disruptus,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'rumpere' meant 'to break.'
Historical Evolution
'disruptus' transformed into the French word 'disruptif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'disruptive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to break apart,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'causing disturbance or interruption.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that causes disruption or disturbance.
The students behaved disruptively during the lecture.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45