inadvertently-changed
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/ˌɪnədˈvɜrtəntli tʃeɪndʒd/
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/ˌɪnədˈvɜːtəntli tʃeɪndʒd/
(inadvertent)
accidentally
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inadvertent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inadvertentem,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'advertentem' meant 'turning the mind to.'
Historical Evolution
'inadvertentem' transformed into the French word 'inadvertent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inadvertent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not turning the mind to,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unintentional.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
altered or modified without intention or awareness.
The document was inadvertently-changed during the editing process.
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Last updated: 2025/03/30 21:09