distrustfully
|dis/trust/ful/ly|
/dɪsˈtrʌstfəli/
(distrustful)
lack of trust
Etymology
'distrustfully' originates from the word 'distrustful,' which is derived from the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'not' and the root 'trust' meaning 'confidence or faith.'
'distrustful' evolved from the Middle English word 'distrusten,' which was influenced by the Old French 'destruire,' meaning 'to destroy or ruin,' eventually leading to the modern English word 'distrustful.'
Initially, it meant 'to destroy trust,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking trust or confidence.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows a lack of trust or confidence.
She looked at him distrustfully, unsure of his intentions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42