amated
|a-mat-ed|
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/əˈmeɪtɪd/
(amate)
traditional Mexican paper
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'amatus', where 'amare' meant 'to love'.
Historical Evolution
'amatus' transformed into the Old French word 'amater', and eventually became the modern English word 'amate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to love or be loved', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to be overwhelmed or subdued'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'amate'.
He was amated by the overwhelming task.
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Last updated: 2025/07/08 16:51