unambiguously
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/ˌʌnæmˈbɪɡjuəsli/
(unambiguous)
clear and precise
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unambiguously' originates from the Latin word 'ambiguus,' where 'ambi-' meant 'both' and 'agere' meant 'to drive.' The prefix 'un-' negates the meaning, indicating clarity.
Historical Evolution
'ambiguus' transformed into the English word 'ambiguous,' and with the addition of the prefix 'un-' and the suffix '-ly,' it became 'unambiguously.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'ambiguus' meant 'going in both directions,' but 'unambiguously' evolved to mean 'clear and precise.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is clear and precise, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.
The instructions were given unambiguously to avoid any misunderstandings.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45