inharmoniously
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/ˌɪn.hɑːrˈmoʊ.ni.əs.li/
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/ˌɪn.hɑːˈməʊ.ni.əs.li/
(inharmonious)
discordant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inharmoniously' originates from the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and the word 'harmonious,' which comes from the Greek word 'harmonia,' meaning 'agreement or concord.'
Historical Evolution
'harmonia' transformed into the Latin word 'harmonia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'harmonious' through Old French 'harmonie.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'agreement or concord,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking harmony.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that lacks harmony or is discordant.
The choir sang inharmoniously, causing discomfort to the audience.
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Last updated: 2025/02/09 21:04