Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

One Word

Question:

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given "study of the origin of a word and the historical development of its meaning."?

Options:

Etymology

Wordology

Archaeology

Sociology

Correct Answer:

Etymology

Explanation:

The word that means the same as "study of the origin of a word and the historical development of its meaning" is etymology. So the answer is > (☀) Etymology.

  • Wordology is a made-up word that does not have a specific meaning.
  • Archaeology is the study of human history and prehistory through the recovery and analysis of material remains.
  • Sociology is the study of human society and social interaction.

Etymology comes from the Greek words "etymon," meaning "true sense," and "logos," meaning "study of." Etymology is the study of the origin of words and the historical development of their meanings. Etymologists use a variety of methods to trace the history of words, including examining their spelling, pronunciation, and meaning. Etymology can be a fascinating way to learn about the history of language and the cultures that use it.