Identically

Pronunciation: /aɪˈdɛntɪkli/

Definitions of identically

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, typically answering the questions how, when, or where

Example Sentences

A1 The twins look identically alike.

A2 The two rooms are decorated identically.

B1 The instructions for both tasks are identically clear.

B2 The software functions identically on both operating systems.

C1 The two paintings are identically executed, showing the artist's style.

C2 The experiment was repeated identically to ensure accurate results.

Examples of identically in a Sentence

formal The two experiments were conducted identically to ensure accurate results.

informal They both dressed identically for the party, it was so cute!

slang We're basically twinning, our outfits are identically on point.

figurative Their personalities are identically matched, it's like they were meant to be friends.

Grammatical Forms of identically

• past tense: identified
• plural: identically
• comparative: more identically
• superlative: most identically
• present tense: identically
• future tense: will identically
• perfect tense: has identically
• continuous tense: is identically
• singular: identically
• positive degree: identical
• infinitive: to identify
• gerund: identifying
• participle: identifying

Origin and Evolution of identically

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'identically' originated from the Latin word 'identicus', which is derived from the combination of 'idem' meaning 'same' and '-icus' meaning 'related to'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a mathematical context to describe things that are exactly the same in every detail, the word 'identically' has evolved to also be used in a broader sense to mean things that are very similar or indistinguishable.