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indefatigably

|in/de/fat/i/ga/bly|

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/ˌɪndɪˈfætɪɡəbli/

(indefatigable)

tireless persistence

Base FormAdverb
indefatigableindefatigably
Etymology
Etymology Information

'indefatigably' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'indefatigabilis,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'defatigare' meant 'to tire out.'

Historical Evolution

'indefatigabilis' transformed into the French word 'indefatigable,' and eventually became the modern English word 'indefatigable' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

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

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that shows no sign of tiring or giving up.

She worked indefatigably to complete the project on time.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42