Fallibly: meaning, definitions and examples

The word 'fallibly' originates from the Latin term 'fallibilis', meaning 'able to fall', which is derived from 'fallere', meaning 'to deceive or to fall'. It was adopted into Middle English through Old French forms, where the prefix 'fall-' implies a failure to maintain a high standard. As societies developed and the importance of human judgment became more prominent in various fields including philosophy, ethics, and science, the term 'fallibly' began to be used to describe the potential for human error in decision-making processes. It has since taken root in modern English to express the idea that, despite our best intentions, we are all subject to inaccuracies and fallacies in our actions and thought processes.

With rank #42,519, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.

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