intragenerational
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/ˌɪntrəˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃənəl/
within a generation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'intragenerational' originates from Latin, specifically the prefix 'intra-' meaning 'within' and 'generatio' meaning 'generation'.
Historical Evolution
'intragenerational' was formed by combining the Latin prefix 'intra-' with the English word 'generational'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'within a generation', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
occurring or existing within a single generation.
The study focused on intragenerational mobility within the workforce.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45