acharnement
|a-char-ne-ment|
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/əˈʃɑrnəmənt/
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/əˈʃɑːnəmənt/
relentless pursuit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acharnement' originates from French, specifically the word 'acharner,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'charner' meant 'to gnash the teeth.'
Historical Evolution
'acharner' transformed into the French word 'acharnement,' and eventually became the modern English word 'acharnement' through borrowing.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to gnash the teeth in anger,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'persistent determination.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
persistent determination or relentless pursuit of a goal.
Her acharnement in achieving her dreams was truly inspiring.
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Last updated: 2025/04/20 07:51