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incorrigibly

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/ɪnˈkɔːrɪdʒəbli/

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/ɪnˈkɒrɪdʒəbli/

(incorrigible)

unable to be corrected

Base FormNounAdverb
incorrigibleincorrigibilityincorrigibly
Etymology
Etymology Information

'incorrigibly' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'incorrigibilis,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'corrigere' meant 'to correct.'

Historical Evolution

'incorrigibilis' transformed into the Old French word 'incorrigible,' and eventually became the modern English word 'incorrigible' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not able to be corrected,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that is impossible to correct or reform.

He incorrigibly continued to make the same mistakes.

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Last updated: 2025/01/30 23:50