Intimately: meaning, definitions and examples
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intimately
[ ˈɪntɪmətli ]
adverb
In a close and familiar way.
Synonyms
closely, familiarly, personally
Examples of usage
- She knows the subject matter
intimately.
- They were
intimately involved in the project.
- He is
intimately familiar with the details.
adverb
In a private and personal manner.
Synonyms
confidentially, personally, privately
Examples of usage
- They spoke
intimately about their feelings.
- He shared his thoughts
intimately with her.
Translations
Translations of the word "intimately" in other languages:
🇵🇹 intimamente
🇮🇳 अंतरंगता से
🇩🇪 intim
🇮🇩 dengan intim
🇺🇦 інтимно
🇵🇱 intymnie
🇯🇵 親密に (しんみつに)
🇫🇷 intimement
🇪🇸 íntimamente
🇹🇷 samimi bir şekilde
🇰🇷 친밀하게
🇸🇦 بشكل وثيق
🇨🇿 intimně
🇸🇰 intímne
🇨🇳 亲密地 (qīnmì de)
🇸🇮 intimno
🇮🇸 náið
🇰🇿 жақын
🇬🇪 ინტიმურად
🇦🇿 yaxından
🇲🇽 íntimamente
Word origin
The word 'intimately' originated from the Latin word 'intimāre', which means 'to announce'. Over time, it evolved to mean 'closely, familiarly'. The adverb 'intimately' has been used in the English language since the 17th century. It conveys a sense of closeness and familiarity in various contexts.
See also: intimacy, intimated, intimates, intimating, intimation.
Word Frequency Rank
Position #7,971 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.
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