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objectively

|ob/jec/tive/ly|

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/əbˈdʒɛktɪvli/

(objective)

goal; unbiased

Base FormPluralNoun
objectiveobjectivesobjectivity
Etymology
Etymology Information

'objectively' originates from the Latin word 'objectivus,' where 'object-' meant 'thing presented to the mind.'

Historical Evolution

'objectivus' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'objectivus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'objective' with the adverbial form 'objectively.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'related to an object,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'considering only facts.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a way that is not influenced by personal feelings or opinions; considering only facts.

The judge evaluated the case objectively.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40