Adversaria
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌæd.vəˈsɛə.ɹɪ.ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Adversaria is a noun meaning (plural only, obsolete) (treated as singular) A collection of notes or commentaries; a commonplace book.
Meaning
(plural only, obsolete) (treated as singular) A collection of notes or commentaries; a commonplace book.
More Meanings
- (plural only, obsolete) (treated as plural) A collection of miscellaneous notes, remarks, or fragments of writing, typically preserved in a notebook. Originally, a book of accounts, so named from the placing of debt and credit in opposition to each other.
Example Sentences
These adversaria provide a fascinating look into the author's drafting process.
The museum displayed the scientist's primary adversaria under a protective glass case.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include adversative, accomptaunt, avoutry, absey, absey book, antagony.
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