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rhythmically

|rhy-thm-i-cal-ly|

B2

/ˈrɪð.mɪ.kli/

(rhythmic)

regular pattern

Base FormAdverb
rhythmicrhythmically
Etymology
Etymology Information

'rhythmically' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'rhythmos,' where 'rhythmos' meant 'measured flow or movement.'

Historical Evolution

'rhythmos' transformed into the Latin word 'rhythmus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'rhythm' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'measured flow or movement,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner that follows a regular pattern or beat.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that follows a regular pattern or beat.

The dancers moved rhythmically to the music.

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Last updated: 2025/04/16 03:50