non-intuitive
|non/in/tu/i/tive|
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/nɒn-ɪnˈtuːɪtɪv/
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/nɒn-ɪnˈtjuːɪtɪv/
(intuitive)
understanding without reasoning
Etymology
'non-intuitive' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'intuitive,' which comes from Latin 'intuitus,' meaning 'looked upon' or 'considered.'
'intuitus' transformed into the English word 'intuitive,' and the prefix 'non-' was added to form 'non-intuitive.'
Initially, 'intuitive' meant 'looked upon' or 'considered,' but over time it evolved to mean 'understood without reasoning.' Adding 'non-' negates this meaning.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not easily understood or grasped without explicit reasoning or explanation.
The software's interface is non-intuitive, making it difficult for new users.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45