unerring
|un-err-ing|
C1
/ʌnˈɜːrɪŋ/
always accurate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unerring' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'erring' from the Latin 'errare' meaning 'to wander or make a mistake'.
Historical Evolution
'erring' changed from the Latin word 'errare' and eventually became the modern English word 'erring', with 'un-' added to form 'unerring'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not making a mistake', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
always accurate or correct; not making mistakes.
Her unerring sense of direction led us straight to the destination.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42