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subjectivity

|sub/jec/tiv/i/ty|

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/ˌsʌbdʒɛkˈtɪvɪti/

personal perspective

Etymology
Etymology Information

'subjectivity' originates from the Latin word 'subjectivus,' where 'sub-' meant 'under' and 'jacere' meant 'to throw.'

Historical Evolution

'subjectivus' transformed into the French word 'subjectif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'subjective' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the subject,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'based on personal feelings or opinions.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the quality of being based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions.

The subjectivity of the review was evident in the writer's personal bias.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45