Definition

In a way that allows two or more things to be used in place of each other without changing the meaning.

Example

You can use the terms 'car' and 'automobile' interchangeably in this context.

Conversation

I sometimes hear people use 'big' and 'large' interchangeably.

Yeah, I think they mean the same thing most of the time.

Exactly! It's interesting how some words can be used interchangeably without changing the meaning.

For sure! It makes learning English a bit easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interchangeably → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "cambiare" (meaning to exchange). The word describes the act of exchanging or using things in place of one another, as if they are between each other.

Memory Tip

Think of things being 'exchanged' ('cambiare') 'between' ('inter-') each other — that's why interchangeably means they can be used in place of one another.

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