timelessly
|time-less-ly|
B2
/ˈtaɪmləsli/
(timeless)
eternal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'timeless' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'timeles,' where 'time' meant 'period' and '-less' meant 'without.'
Historical Evolution
'timeles' transformed into the modern English word 'timeless' by the 16th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without time,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'eternal or unaffected by time.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is not affected by the passage of time; eternally.
The beauty of the ancient architecture was timelessly captivating.
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Last updated: 2025/06/09 17:30