simultaneously — at the same time; occurring or existing at the same time
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: at the same time; occurring or existing at the same time
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌsaɪməlˈteɪniəsli/
Example Sentences
- He was simultaneously texting three different people while pretending to listen to his boss.
- The twins simultaneously sneezed, coughed, and said 'bless you' to each other.
- Multiple languages can be translated simultaneously using this AI system.
simultaneously
ADVERB[/ˌsaɪməlˈteɪniəsli/]
at the same time; occurring or existing at the same time
at the same time; occurring or existing at the same time
Magic happens simultaneously - instantaneously and spontaneously!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'simultaneous' (occurring at the same time), derived from 'simul' (at the same time) combined with the suffix '-aneous' (having the quality of). The adverb form adds '-ly' to indicate manner.
Breakdown
simul- (at the same time) + -tane- (state/condition) + -ous (adjective suffix) + -ly (adverb suffix) = simultaneously
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He was simultaneously texting three different people while pretending to listen to his boss.”
“The twins simultaneously sneezed, coughed, and said 'bless you' to each other.”
“Multiple languages can be translated simultaneously using this AI system.”
“The students simultaneously groaned when the teacher announced a pop quiz.”
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