suddenty etymology

Etymology:

• Sudden (Middle English)
• Subitaneus (Latin)

Meaning:

1. Happening or coming unexpectedly or without warning.
2. Done, made, or produced quickly.

Origin:

The word "suddenly" originates from the Middle English word "soden," which in turn derives from the Latin term "subitaneus." This Latin term is derived from the root "subito," meaning "quickly" or "suddenly." The suffix "-aneus" indicates a relation or connection to something. Thus, "subitaneus" literally means "pertaining to suddenness."

Over time, the Middle English spelling of "soden" gradually evolved into "suddenly" in Modern English. The term has retained its original meaning of unexpected or rapid occurrence.

suddenty relate terms

• sudden

  Etymology Sudden comes from the Latin word subitaneus meaning sudden unexpected ha