multifaceted
|mul-ti-fac-et-ed|
C1
/ˌmʌltiˈfæsɪtɪd/
many-sided
Etymology
Etymology Information
'multifaceted' originates from the Latin word 'multifacētus', where 'multi-' meant 'many' and 'facētus' meant 'facet or face'.
Historical Evolution
'multifacētus' transformed into the English word 'multifaceted' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having many faces or sides', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having many different aspects or features'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having many different aspects or features.
The problem is multifaceted, requiring a comprehensive approach.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39