Terminally: meaning, definitions and examples

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terminally

 

[ หˆtษœหrmษชnษ™li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

medical condition

The term 'terminally' refers to a state that is relating to or causing death. In medical contexts, it is used to describe patients with a terminal illness, where the disease is expected to lead to death within a limited timeframe. This term often brings forth discussions around end-of-life care and decisions regarding treatment options. Additionally, the concept can extend beyond health, referring to situations that are irreversibly definitive.

Synonyms

deadly, fatality, irreversible, lethal

Examples of usage

  • The patient was terminally ill and only had weeks to live.
  • He made terminal decisions about his treatment options.
  • Terminally ill patients often seek hospice care.
Context #2 | Adverb

extreme condition

In a broader sense, 'terminally' can also describe something that is at its extreme end or limit. This usage might pertain to various situations that are irrevocably concluded or unreachable. For example, one might use the term to describe a style of behavior that is considered hopelessly flawed or outdated.

Synonyms

hopelessly, irretrievably, permanently

Examples of usage

  • She was terminally late for every appointment.
  • He views the project as terminally flawed.
  • They are terminally stuck in their ways.

Translations

Translations of the word "terminally" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น terminalmente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค‚เคคเคคเคƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช letztendlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ secara terminal

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะตั€ะผั–ะฝะฐะปัŒะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ terminalnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ต‚็ซฏ็š„ใซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท de maniรจre terminale

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ terminalmente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท terminal olarak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ข…๋ง์ ์œผ๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ู‡ุงุฆูŠุงู‹

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ terminรกlnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ terminรกlne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ปˆๆžๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ terminalno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ endanleg

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะพาฃา“ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ”แƒ แƒ›แƒ˜แƒœแƒแƒšแƒฃแƒ แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sonuncu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ terminalmente

Etymology

The word 'terminally' is derived from the root word 'terminal', which comes from the Latin 'terminalis', meaning 'of a boundary or end'. Its use in medical contexts began to gain prominence in the early 20th century, particularly with advancements in medical technology and understanding of diseases. The suffix '-ly' transforms the adjective 'terminal' into an adverb, indicating the manner of a condition. As medical discussions evolved, the emphasis on terminal illnesses shifted from a purely clinical perspective to encompass ethical considerations surrounding patient care and the complexities of end-of-life choices. Today, 'terminally' is used in both medical and everyday language, often invoking deep emotional responses and reflecting societal attitudes towards mortality.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,125, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.