strangely
|strange/ly|
B2
/ˈstreɪndʒli/
(strange)
unusual or unfamiliar
Etymology
Etymology Information
'strange' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'estrange', where 'estrange' meant 'foreign' or 'unknown'.
Historical Evolution
'estrange' transformed into the Middle English word 'strange', and eventually became the modern English word 'strange'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'foreign or unknown', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unusual or surprising'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is unusual or surprising.
He looked at me strangely when I mentioned the ghost.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35