suitably
|suit-a-bly|
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/ˈsuː.t̬ə.bli/
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/ˈsuː.tə.bli/
(suitable)
appropriately
Etymology
Etymology Information
'suitably' originates from the adjective 'suitable', which comes from the verb 'suit', derived from the Old French 'suite', meaning 'attendance' or 'act of following'.
Historical Evolution
'suitable' evolved from the Old French 'suitable', which was adapted into Middle English as 'suitabel', eventually becoming 'suitable' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to follow or attend', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'appropriate or fitting'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose or situation.
She was suitably dressed for the occasion.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35