meaningfulness
|mean/ing/ful/ness|
B2
/ˈmiːnɪŋf(ə)lnəs/
(meaningful)
full of meaning
Etymology
Etymology Information
'meaningfulness' originates from the English word 'meaningful', which is derived from 'meaning' and the suffix '-ful', indicating 'full of meaning'.
Historical Evolution
'meaningful' evolved from the Old English word 'mǣnan', which meant 'to mean or intend'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'full of meaning or significance', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of having meaning or significance.
The meaningfulness of the ceremony was evident to all attendees.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42