stationarily
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/ˌsteɪʃəˈnerəli/
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/ˌsteɪʃəˈneərəli/
(stationary)
not moving
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stationarily' originates from the English adjective 'stationary,' which comes from the Latin word 'stationarius,' where 'statio' meant 'a standing, post, job.'
Historical Evolution
'stationarius' transformed into the English 'stationary,' and the adverbial form 'stationarily' was created by adding the suffix '-ly.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in a manner of standing still,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is not moving; in a stationary way.
The balloon floated stationarily in the air.
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Last updated: 2025/07/31 03:42
