unsafely
|un/safe/ly|
B2
/ʌnˈseɪfli/
(unsafe)
not safe
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unsafely' originates from the word 'unsafe', which is derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'safe', which comes from Old French 'sauf', from Latin 'salvus' meaning 'uninjured'.
Historical Evolution
'unsafe' changed from the Old English word 'sæf' meaning 'uninjured' and eventually became the modern English word 'safe'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'safe' meant 'uninjured', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'free from harm or risk'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is not safe or secure.
He drove unsafely through the crowded streets.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45