Cognately

/ˈkɒɡneɪtli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that shows or relates to blood relationship or linguistic origin.

Etymology

From cognate + -ly adverbial suffix. Converts the adjective into an adverb describing how something is done or understood.

Kelly Says

When linguists cognately compare words, they're tracing the family tree of language itself—revealing how human communication evolved and spread across the globe.

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