uninterestingly
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/ʌnˈɪntrəstɪŋli/
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/ʌnˈɪntrɪstɪŋli/
(uninteresting)
lacking interest
Etymology
Etymology Information
'uninterestingly' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'interesting', which comes from the Latin 'interesse', meaning 'to be of importance'.
Historical Evolution
'uninterestingly' evolved from the combination of 'un-' and 'interesting', which was derived from the Latin 'interesse'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not of interest', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that lacks interest or excitement.
The lecture was delivered uninterestingly, causing many students to lose focus.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45