afterwitted
|af-ter-wit-ted|
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/ˈæftərˌwɪtɪd/
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/ˈɑːftəˌwɪtɪd/
slow to understand
Etymology
Etymology Information
'afterwitted' originates from the combination of 'after' and 'wit', where 'after' implies 'later' and 'wit' refers to 'intelligence or mental sharpness'.
Historical Evolution
'afterwitted' was formed in English by combining 'after' and 'wit', reflecting a notion of delayed mental acuity.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'slow in understanding', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking quickness of wit or intelligence; slow to understand or respond.
He was often considered afterwitted because he took longer to grasp new concepts.
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Last updated: 2025/05/27 13:06