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integrally

 

[ ˈɪntɪɡrəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

completely, essential

Integrally means in a whole or complete manner, often indicating that something is a vital or essential part of a larger structure. It can refer to the fundamental nature of how components relate to one another within a system.

Synonyms

completely, entirely, fully, wholly.

Examples of usage

  • The software must work integrally with the hardware.
  • Safety must be integrally considered in the design.
  • The theory is integrally linked to previous research.

Translations

Translations of the word "integrally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 integralmente

🇮🇳 पूर्णतः

🇩🇪 ganzheitlich

🇮🇩 secara integral

🇺🇦 інтегрально

🇵🇱 integralnie

🇯🇵 全体的に

🇫🇷 intégralement

🇪🇸 integralmente

🇹🇷 bütün olarak

🇰🇷 전적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل كامل

🇨🇿 integrálně

🇸🇰 integrálne

🇨🇳 整体上

🇸🇮 celovito

🇮🇸 heildrænt

🇰🇿 тұтас

🇬🇪 სრულიად

🇦🇿 bütünlükdə

🇲🇽 integralmente

Etymology

The term 'integrally' originates from the Latin word 'integralis,' which means 'whole or complete.' The word 'integer' is directly linked to this root, symbolizing wholes without fractions. It was adopted into Middle English through Old French, evolving into its current form. Over time, 'integrally' has gained prominence in various fields such as mathematics, philosophy, and engineering, emphasizing the significance of components acting as parts of a unified entity. The utility of the word highlights the interconnectedness and cohesiveness necessary in systems, underscoring that to understand one element, one must consider its relationship to the whole.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,126, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.