nonpolitically
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/nɒn-pəˈlɪtɪkli/
(nonpolitical)
not related to politics
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nonpolitically' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'political', which comes from the Greek word 'politikos', meaning 'of, for, or relating to citizens'.
Historical Evolution
'politikos' transformed into the Latin word 'politicus', and eventually became the modern English word 'political'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'relating to citizens', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to government or public affairs'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is not related to politics.
The organization operates nonpolitically to ensure fairness.
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Last updated: 2025/02/06 16:26