Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
etymological
Adjective
/ˌɛtɪməˈlɒdʒɪkəl/
Definition
Relating to the origin of words and their historical development.
Examples
- The etymological roots of the word ‘history’ can be traced back to the Greek word ‘historía’.
- She has an etymological interest in how words evolve through different languages.
- His etymological research revealed surprising connections between various languages.
Meaning
Etymological refers to the study of the origin of words and how their meanings and forms have changed over time.
Synonyms
- linguistic
- philological
- historical
