invaluable
|in-val-u-a-ble|
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/ɪnˈvæljʊbəl/
extremely valuable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'invaluable' originates from the Latin word 'invalere,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'valere' meant 'to be strong or of value.'
Historical Evolution
'invalere' transformed into the French word 'invalable,' and eventually became the modern English word 'invaluable' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not able to be valued,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'extremely valuable or useful.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
extremely useful or indispensable; beyond calculable or appraisable value.
Her advice was invaluable to the success of the project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35