unilaterality
|u-ni-la-ter-al-i-ty|
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/ˌjuː.nɪˌlæt.əˈræl.ə.ti/
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/ˌjuː.nɪˌlæt.əˈræl.ɪ.ti/
one-sidedness; affecting only one side
Etymology
'unilaterality' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'unilateralis,' where 'uni-' meant 'one' and 'lateralis' meant 'side.'
'unilateralis' changed from Medieval Latin to the English word 'unilateral,' and the noun form 'unilaterality' was formed in English.
Initially, it meant 'the quality of being one-sided,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage as 'the state or quality of involving only one side.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of involving or affecting only one side or party.
The unilaterality of the decision caused discontent among the other members.
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Last updated: 2025/07/29 09:46