seasonably
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/ˈsiːzənəbli/
(seasonable)
appropriate to the season
Etymology
Etymology Information
'seasonably' originates from the Middle English word 'sesonable', which is derived from the Old French 'saisonnable', meaning 'appropriate to the season'.
Historical Evolution
'sesonable' transformed into the modern English word 'seasonably'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'appropriate to the season', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner appropriate to the season or circumstances.
The weather was seasonably warm for this time of year.
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Last updated: 2025/02/11 15:15