Fragmentedly: meaning, definitions and examples
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fragmentedly
[ fræɡˈmɛn.tɪd.li ]
action description
Fragmentedly describes an action or state that is done in a fragmented or incomplete manner. It suggests that something is happening in bits and pieces rather than as a whole.
Synonyms
disjointedly, incompletely, irregularly.
Examples of usage
- She spoke fragmentedly during the interview.
- The report was written fragmentedly, making it hard to follow.
- They argued fragmentedly, each person speaking over the other.
- The child answered the questions fragmentedly, skipping around.
- His thoughts came to him fragmentedly, making it difficult to concentrate.
Etymology
The term 'fragmentedly' is derived from the word 'fragment,' which comes from the Latin word 'fragmentum,' meaning 'a piece broken off.' The suffix '-ly' is added to form an adverb. This construction conveys the idea of something being done in a manner that is not cohesive or whole, potentially leading to misunderstandings or a lack of clarity. The usage of 'fragment' can be traced back to the 15th century in English, where it referred to a part broken off from a whole. Over time, the adverbial form 'fragmentedly' emerged to describe actions or states that are characterized by this lack of unity or coherence.