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solution-averse

|so/lu/tion-a/verse|

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/səˈluːʃən əˈvɜrs/

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/səˈluːʃən əˈvɜːs/

reluctant to solve

Etymology
Etymology Information

'solution-averse' originates from the combination of 'solution,' derived from Latin 'solutio,' meaning 'a loosening or solving,' and 'averse,' from Latin 'aversus,' meaning 'turned away from.'

Historical Evolution

'solution' evolved from the Latin 'solutio' through Old French 'solution' into modern English, while 'averse' transformed from Latin 'aversus' through Middle English 'avers' to its current form.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'solution' meant 'a loosening or solving,' and 'averse' meant 'turned away from.' Together, they now describe a reluctance to solve problems.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

reluctant or unwilling to find or accept solutions to problems.

The team was solution-averse, preferring to discuss problems rather than solve them.

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Last updated: 2025/01/21 14:01