unaffectionate
|un/af/fec/tion/ate|
C1
/ˌʌnəˈfɛkʃənɪt/
lacking warmth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unaffectionate' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'affectionate', which comes from Latin 'affectio', meaning 'a relation or disposition'.
Historical Evolution
'affectionate' evolved from the Middle English 'affectionat', which was derived from the Latin 'affectionatus'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'affectionate' meant 'disposed to love or fondness', and 'unaffectionate' has retained the meaning of lacking this disposition.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking affection or warmth; not showing fondness or tenderness.
He was unaffectionate towards his family, rarely showing any signs of warmth.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45