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stylistically

|sty/list/ic/ally|

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/staɪˈlɪstɪkli/

(stylistic)

relating to style

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeNounAdverb
stylisticmore stylisticmost stylisticstylisticsstylistically
Etymology
Etymology Information

'stylistically' originates from the word 'stylistic', which is derived from 'style', originating from the Latin word 'stilus', meaning 'a pointed instrument for writing'.

Historical Evolution

'stylistic' evolved from the Latin 'stilisticus', which referred to matters of style, and eventually became the modern English word 'stylistic'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the method of writing, but over time it evolved to encompass broader artistic styles.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that relates to style, especially in art or literature.

The novel is stylistically complex, with multiple narrative voices.

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Last updated: 2025/01/22 12:01