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articulately

|ar-ti-cu-late-ly|

B2

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/ɑːrˈtɪkjələtli/

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/ɑːˈtɪkjʊlətli/

(articulate)

clear expression

Base FormPluralPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleComparativeSuperlativeNounNounNounNounAdjectiveAdverbAdverb
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'articulate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'articulatus,' where 'articulare' meant 'to divide into joints.'

Historical Evolution

'articulatus' transformed into the French word 'articuler,' and eventually became the modern English word 'articulate' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to divide into joints,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'expressing oneself clearly.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that is clear and easy to understand.

She spoke articulately during the presentation.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42