unilaterally
|u-ni-lat-er-al-ly|
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/ˌjuː.nɪˈlæt.ər.əl.i/
(unilateral)
one-sided
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unilateral' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'unilateralis,' where 'uni-' meant 'one' and 'lateralis' meant 'side.'
Historical Evolution
'unilateralis' transformed into the French word 'unilatéral,' and eventually became the modern English word 'unilateral' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to one side,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'affecting only one side or party.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that affects only one side or party.
The decision was made unilaterally by the management.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40