unaided
|un-aid-ed|
B2
/ʌnˈeɪdɪd/
without help
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unaided' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'aided' from the Latin 'adiutare,' meaning 'to help.'
Historical Evolution
'aided' transformed from the Old French word 'aidier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aid.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not helped,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
without help or assistance from others.
She managed to climb the mountain unaided.
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Last updated: 2025/01/22 00:51
