individually
|in-di-vid-u-al-ly|
B2
/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəli/
(individual)
single entity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'individually' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'individuus,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'dividuus' meant 'divisible.'
Historical Evolution
'individuus' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'individualis,' and eventually became the modern English word 'individual' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not divisible,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'separately or one at a time.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
separately or one at a time.
Each student was assessed individually.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35
