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remark

|re-mark|

B1

🇺🇸

/rɪˈmɑrk/

🇬🇧

/rɪˈmɑːk/

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'remark' originates from the French word 'remarquer,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'marquer' meant 'to mark.'

Historical Evolution

'remarquer' transformed into the English word 'remark' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to mark again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to comment or note.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a comment or statement.

She made a remark about the weather.

Synonyms

Verb 1

to say something as a comment.

He remarked that it was a beautiful day.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35