traditionally
- 01 B1 Intermediate
in a way that follows a long-standing custom or habit.
in accordance with tradition or long-established custom; often used to introduce a historical norm that may be changing.
Simple“Traditionally, the family gathers for a large meal on the first Sunday of the month.”
In context“Traditionally, the village elders would mediate disputes, though modern legal frameworks have largely superseded this local custom.”
UsageOften placed at the beginning of a sentence to set a historical context.
SynonymsconventionallycustomarilyAntonymsmodernlyunconventionally - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
used to say that something has been true for a very long time.
indicating a state or belief that has persisted through history or across generations.
Simple“This region has traditionally been a center for trade between the two countries.”
In context“While the species was traditionally thought to be solitary, recent field observations suggest a more complex social hierarchy.”
UsageCommonly used in academic writing to establish a baseline of belief or practice.
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Usage traditionally associated · assign traditionally · traditionally associate
From traditional + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.