realistically
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/ˌriːəˈlɪstɪkli/
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/ˌrɪəˈlɪstɪkli/
(realistic)
practical approach
Etymology
Etymology Information
'realistically' originates from 'realistic', which comes from the word 'real', derived from Latin 'realis', meaning 'actual'.
Historical Evolution
'realistic' evolved from the French word 'réalistique', which was adapted into English as 'realistic', and eventually formed the adverb 'realistically'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to reality', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a practical manner'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a way that is practical and based on facts.
Realistically, we can't finish the project by tomorrow.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39