Cardinally
/ˈkɑːrd.ɪ.nəl.i/noun
In a fundamental or primary manner; essential.
Did you know?The term 'cardinal' originates from the Latin 'cardinalis', meaning 'pertaining to a hinge or pivot', symbolizing the core points that everything else revolves around.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
cardinalis
“Pertaining to a hinge; essential, pivotal.”
Old French
Old French
cardinal
“Of prime importance; chief.”
Middle English
Middle English
cardynal
“Of chief importance or significance.”
Modern English
English
cardinally
“In a way that is fundamental or essential.”
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