question-oriented
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/ˈkwɛs.tʃən ˌɔːr.iˈɛn.tɪd/
inquiry-focused
Etymology
'question-oriented' is a compound word formed from 'question' and 'oriented', where 'question' originates from Latin 'quaestionem', meaning 'a seeking, inquiry', and 'oriented' comes from 'orient', meaning 'to arrange or align'.
The term 'question-oriented' evolved from the combination of 'question' and 'oriented', reflecting a focus on inquiry and exploration.
Initially, 'question' meant 'a seeking or inquiry', and 'oriented' meant 'aligned or directed'. Together, they evolved to describe a focus on inquiry.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
focused on or concerned with questions, often in a manner that seeks to explore or understand through inquiry.
The teacher's question-oriented approach encouraged students to think critically.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42