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onomastically

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌɒnəˈmæstɪkli/

KK: /ˌɑːnəˈmæstɪkli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that relates to the study of names and their origins.


Example

The researcher analyzed the data onomastically to understand naming trends in different cultures.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how names are chosen on an onomastically significant basis?
Sloth B
Not really, but that sounds interesting!
Sloth A
Yeah, it's fascinating how some cultures have specific traditions for naming.
Sloth B
Definitely! I love learning about the meanings behind different names.
Root Explanation

Onomastically → It is formed from "onoma" (from Greek, meaning name) and the suffix "-ically" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "onomastically" refers to something that relates to the study or use of names.

Memory Tip

Think of 'onoma' meaning 'name' to remember that 'onomastically' relates to the manner of names.

Visually Confused Words
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