mentally
|men-tal-ly|
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/ˈmɛn.təl.i/
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/ˈmen.təl.i/
(mental)
of the mind
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mentally' originates from the Latin word 'mentalis', where 'mens' meant 'mind'.
Historical Evolution
'mentalis' transformed into the Old French word 'mental', and eventually became the modern English word 'mental' with the adverbial form 'mentally'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to the mind', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner related to the mind or mental processes.
She prepared mentally for the challenge ahead.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41