ulterior
|ul/te/ri/or|
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/ʌlˈtɪriər/
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/ʌlˈtɪəriər/
hidden motives
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ulterior' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ulterior,' where 'ultra' meant 'beyond.'
Historical Evolution
'ulterior' changed from the Latin word 'ulterior' and eventually became the modern English word 'ulterior.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'beyond,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'hidden or concealed.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45