fragmentedly
|frag/ment/ed/ly|
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/ˈfræɡ.mənt.ɪd.li/
(fragmented)
broken into parts
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fragmentedly' originates from the Latin word 'fragmentum,' where 'frag-' meant 'to break.'
Historical Evolution
'fragmentum' transformed into the Old French word 'fragment,' and eventually became the modern English word 'fragment' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a broken piece,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner that is broken into pieces or parts.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is broken into pieces or parts.
The story was told fragmentedly, making it hard to follow.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45