earthliness
|earth/li/ness|
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/ˈɜrθ.li.nəs/
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/ˈɜːθ.li.nəs/
(earthly)
related to earth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'earthliness' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'eorþlicness,' where 'eorþ' meant 'earth' and '-lic' meant 'like.'
Historical Evolution
'eorþlicness' transformed into the Middle English word 'erthlinesse,' and eventually became the modern English word 'earthliness'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the earth,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'worldliness or materialism.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being earthly; worldliness.
The earthliness of his desires was evident in his pursuit of material wealth.
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Last updated: 2025/01/15 22:41