non-participatory
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/nɒn-pɑːrˈtɪsɪpətɔːri/
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/nɒn-pɑːˈtɪsɪpətəri/
(participate)
taking part
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-participatory' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'participatory', which comes from Latin 'participare', meaning 'to take part'.
Historical Evolution
'participare' transformed into the English word 'participate', and with the addition of 'non-', it became 'non-participatory'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not taking part', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not involving or characterized by participation.
The meeting was non-participatory, with only the leaders speaking.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40