uneventfully
|un-e-vent-ful-ly|
B2
/ˌʌnɪˈvɛntfəli/
(uneventful)
lacking events
Etymology
Etymology Information
'uneventfully' originates from the English word 'uneventful,' with the suffix '-ly' added to form the adverb.
Historical Evolution
'Uneventful' is derived from the word 'event,' with the prefix 'un-' indicating the absence of events, and '-ful' suggesting a state or condition.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without events,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that lacks significant or noteworthy events.
The meeting proceeded uneventfully, with no major issues arising.
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