holistically
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/hoʊˈlɪstɪkli/
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/həʊˈlɪstɪkli/
(holistic)
whole system
Etymology
Etymology Information
'holistically' originates from the word 'holistic', which is derived from the Greek word 'holos', meaning 'whole'.
Historical Evolution
'holistic' evolved from the Greek word 'holos' and was adopted into English in the early 20th century to describe a philosophy of considering the whole.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the whole', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that considers the whole of something rather than just individual parts.
The doctor treated the patient holistically, considering both physical and mental health.
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Last updated: 2025/03/09 03:01