expressiveness
|ex-press-ive-ness|
C1
/ɪkˈsprɛsɪvnəs/
(expressive)
conveying feeling
Etymology
Etymology Information
'expressiveness' originates from the Latin word 'expressivus', where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'pressare' meant 'to press'.
Historical Evolution
'expressivus' transformed into the French word 'expressif', and eventually became the modern English word 'expressive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to press out or convey', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'effectively conveying thought or feeling'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of effectively conveying thought or feeling.
Her expressiveness on stage captivated the audience.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39