Structurally
Example: The ancient building is structurally sound despite its age.
Definition
"Structurally" is an adverb describing something related to the arrangement or organization of parts within a whole, especially in buildings or systems. It indicates how well the components are put together to ensure stability and soundness, as in the phrase "structurally sound."
Etymology
The word "structurally" comes from the noun "structure," which originates from the Latin word "structura," meaning 'a fitting together, building.' The suffix "-ally" turns it into an adverb, describing the manner or relation to structure. Did you know that the root relates to the verb "struere," meaning 'to pile up' or 'to build'?
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"Structurally" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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