Distinguishably

/dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃəbli/ adverb

Definition

In a way that can be clearly noticed or recognized as different.

Etymology

Adverbial form created by adding -ly to distinguishable. The -ly suffix (from Old English -lice) transforms adjectives into adverbs describing manner or degree.

Kelly Says

English often lets us modify modifiers—'distinguishably' means 'in a distinguishable manner,' which is delightfully abstract. Medieval scholars loved piling on these suffixes to create philosophical precision.

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