uniformities
|u-ni-form-i-ties|
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/ˌjuːnɪˈfɔːrmɪtiz/
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/ˌjuːnɪˈfɔːmɪtiz/
(uniformity)
sameness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'uniformity' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ūniformitās,' where 'ūni-' meant 'one' and 'forma' meant 'form.'
Historical Evolution
'ūniformitās' transformed into the Old French word 'uniformité,' and eventually became the modern English word 'uniformity' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having one form or shape,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'overall sameness or regularity.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being uniform; overall sameness, homogeneity, or regularity.
The uniformities in the design made the buildings look identical.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42