non-influential
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/nɒn-ˌɪnfluˈɛnʃəl/
(influential)
power to affect
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-influential' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'influential' which comes from the Latin word 'influere', meaning 'to flow in'.
Historical Evolution
'influential' changed from the Latin word 'influere' to the Old French word 'influencier', and eventually became the modern English word 'influential'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'influential' meant 'to flow in', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having the power to influence'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not having or exerting influence or power.
The committee's decision was non-influential in the final outcome.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45