reliantly
|re-li-ant-ly|
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/rɪˈlaɪəntli/
(reliant)
dependent trust
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reliant' originates from the Latin word 'religere,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'ligare' meant 'to bind.'
Historical Evolution
'religere' transformed into the Old French word 'relier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reliant' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bind again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'dependent on someone or something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows dependence or trust in someone or something.
She acted reliantly on her partner's advice.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40