Etymology of "asperity"
The word "asperity" is derived from the Latin word "asper" (meaning "rough" or "harsh"). It was first used in the English language in the early 15th century.
Meaning of "asperity"
The primary meaning of "asperity" is "a rough or uneven surface." It can also be used figuratively to refer to:
Origin of "asperity"
The word "asperity" comes from the Proto-Indo-European root "*sper-," which means "to tear." This root is also the origin of words such as "asparagus" (a vegetable with a rough texture) and "aspirate" (a letter pronounced with a forceful exhalation).
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