unremarkably
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/ˌʌnrɪˈmɑrkəbli/
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/ˌʌnrɪˈmɑːkəbli/
(unremarkable)
not noteworthy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unremarkably' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'remarkable,' which comes from the Latin 'remarcabilis,' meaning 'worthy of notice.'
Historical Evolution
'remarkable' changed from the Latin word 'remarcabilis' and eventually became the modern English word 'remarkable,' with 'un-' added to form 'unremarkable' and then 'unremarkably.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'remarkable' meant 'worthy of notice,' and 'unremarkably' evolved to mean 'not worthy of notice.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a way that is not particularly special or noteworthy.
The event passed unremarkably, without any incidents.
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Last updated: 2025/01/19 00:21