spontaneously
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/spɑnˈteɪniəsli/
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/spɒnˈteɪniəsli/
(spontaneous)
unplanned action
Etymology
Etymology Information
'spontaneous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'spontaneus,' where 'sponte' meant 'of one's own accord.'
Historical Evolution
'spontaneus' transformed into the French word 'spontané,' and eventually became the modern English word 'spontaneous' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'of one's own accord,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'natural and unplanned.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a way that is natural and unplanned.
The crowd spontaneously erupted into applause.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35