unequivocally
|un-equiv-o-cal-ly|
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/ˌʌnɪˈkwɪvəkli/
(unequivocal)
clear and unambiguous
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unequivocally' originates from the Latin word 'aequivocus', where 'aequi-' meant 'equal' and 'vocare' meant 'to call'.
Historical Evolution
'aequivocus' transformed into the English word 'equivocal', and eventually became 'unequivocal' with the prefix 'un-' to denote the opposite meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'equal in voice or sound', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'clear and unambiguous'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a way that leaves no doubt; clearly and unambiguously.
She stated unequivocally that she would not support the proposal.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45