sun-averse
|sun-a-verse|
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/sʌn əˈvɜrs/
🇬🇧
/sʌn əˈvɜːs/
dislike of sunlight
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sun-averse' originates from the combination of 'sun' and the Latin-derived suffix '-averse,' where 'averse' means 'having a strong dislike or opposition.'
Historical Evolution
'averse' changed from the Latin word 'aversus,' meaning 'turned away,' and eventually became the modern English suffix '-averse.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'averse' meant 'turned away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having a strong dislike or opposition.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a strong dislike or avoidance of sunlight.
She is sun-averse and always carries an umbrella on sunny days.
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Last updated: 2025/05/16 12:46