harmoniously
|har-mo-ni-ous-ly|
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/hɑrˈmoʊniəsli/
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/hɑːˈməʊniəsli/
(harmonious)
pleasing agreement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'harmoniously' originates from the Latin word 'harmonia', which meant 'agreement or concord'.
Historical Evolution
'harmonia' transformed into the Old French word 'harmonie', and eventually became the modern English word 'harmony', from which 'harmoniously' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'agreement or concord', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner that is pleasingly consistent or compatible'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is pleasingly consistent or compatible.
The choir sang harmoniously, creating a beautiful sound.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39