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unconcernedly

|un/con/cern/ed/ly|

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/ˌʌn.kənˈsɜrn.ɪd.li/

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/ˌʌn.kənˈsɜːn.ɪd.li/

(unconcerned)

not worried

Base FormAdverb
unconcernedunconcernedly
Etymology
Etymology Information

'unconcernedly' originates from the English word 'unconcerned,' where 'un-' is a prefix meaning 'not,' and 'concerned' is derived from the Latin 'concernere,' meaning 'to sift together.'

Historical Evolution

'unconcerned' changed from the Middle English word 'concernen' and eventually became the modern English word 'unconcerned.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not involved or interested,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that shows a lack of worry or interest.

She walked unconcernedly through the crowd, oblivious to the chaos around her.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41