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injuriously

|in-ju-ri-ous-ly|

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/ɪnˈdʒʊriəsli/

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/ɪnˈdʒʊəriəsli/

(injurious)

causing harm

Base FormNounAdverb
injuriousinjuriousnessinjuriously
Etymology
Etymology Information

'injuriously' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'injuriosus,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'jus' meant 'right or law.'

Historical Evolution

'injuriosus' transformed into the Old French word 'injurieux,' and eventually became the modern English word 'injurious' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not right or lawful,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'causing harm or damage.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that causes harm or damage.

The chemicals were released injuriously into the environment.

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Last updated: 2025/03/06 17:28