Manifold
/ˈmæn.ɪ.foʊld/noun
Having many different forms or elements; diverse.
Did you know?In alchemical texts, 'manifold' often referred to the complexities of transformation, hinting at the hidden layers of reality.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*meldh-
“to mix or blend together”
Old English
Old English
manigfeald
“manyfold, numerous”
Middle English
Middle English
manifald
“having many forms or aspects”
Late Middle English
Late Middle English
manifold
“varied, diverse in character or form”
Modern English
English
manifold
“characterized by variety or diversity in many ways”