collectively — As a group; when considered as a whole rather than individually.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: As a group; when considered as a whole rather than individually.
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈlektɪvli/
Korean meaning: 집합적으로, 전체적으로
Korean pronunciation: 컬-렉-티브-리 (강세: 렉)
Example Sentences
- The office workers collectively decided to order 50 pizzas for lunch, forgetting they were only 10 people.
- The countries collectively agreed to reduce carbon emissions by 2030.
- Students collectively groaned when the teacher announced a surprise test.
collectively
ADVERB//kəˈlektɪvli//
As a group; when considered as a whole rather than individually.
As a group; when considered as a whole rather than individually.
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Origin
From Latin 'colligere' meaning 'to gather together,' which combines 'com-' (together) and 'legere' (to choose/gather). The English word developed through the base word 'collect' with the adverbial suffix added.
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“The office workers collectively decided to order 50 pizzas for lunch, forgetting they were only 10 people.”
“The countries collectively agreed to reduce carbon emissions by 2030.”
“Students collectively groaned when the teacher announced a surprise test.”
“The shareholders collectively own 60% of the company.”
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