outgoing
|out-go-ing|
B1
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/ˈaʊtˌɡoʊɪŋ/
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/ˈaʊtˌɡəʊɪŋ/
sociable; leaving
Etymology
Etymology Information
'outgoing' originates from the Old English word 'ūtgangende', where 'ūt' meant 'out' and 'gangende' meant 'going'.
Historical Evolution
'ūtgangende' transformed into the Middle English word 'outgoing', and eventually became the modern English word 'outgoing'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'going out', but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'sociable' and 'leaving a position'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
sociable and friendly; eager to mix socially with others.
She has an outgoing personality and makes friends easily.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35