inventively
|in/ven/tive/ly|
B2
/ɪnˈvɛntɪvli/
(inventive)
creative originality
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inventive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inventivus,' where 'invenire' meant 'to find or discover.'
Historical Evolution
'inventivus' transformed into the French word 'inventif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inventive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to find or discover,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'showing creativity or originality.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows creativity or originality.
She solved the problem inventively, using materials at hand.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35