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vividly

|viv/id/ly|

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/ˈvɪvɪdli/

(vivid)

bright and lively

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeNoun
vividmore vividmost vividvividness
Etymology
Etymology Information

'vividly' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'vividus,' where 'vivere' meant 'to live.'

Historical Evolution

'vividus' transformed into the French word 'vivide,' and eventually became the modern English word 'vivid' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'full of life,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'producing strong, clear images in the mind.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that produces powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind.

She vividly remembered her childhood days.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41